Age NI

27/05/2026

"You cannot pour from an empty cup."

Age NI Charity Director Mandy Wilson joined BBC Radio Ulster Vinny & Cate today to discuss unpaid carers and the circumstances and challenges they can face.

If you know someone facing pressure from caring responsibilities, please encourage them to seek support from Age NI's free advice line: 0808 808 7575

Listen here starting at 1:11:20 ➡ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002wv7z

22/05/2026

Age NI CEO Linda Robinson spoke to BBC Radio Ulster this morning about the importance of blister packs as a way of managing health risks for older people.

Read more below, and listen to Linda on Good Morning Ulster here starting at 1:19:55 ➡ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002wks0

Community Pharmacy NI estimates that more than 50,000 people in Northern Ireland get assistance like this each week but "many pharmacy teams are at capacity".

Read more: https://bbc.in/42T4AGf

21/05/2026

19/05/2026

Today we launched a new report which warns of a growing “hidden housing crisis” facing older private renters.

It shines a light on the particular challenges older private renters face such as rising rents on a fixed income, the worry of eviction and homes that often don’t meet their health or mobility needs at a stage in life when stability matters most.

The number of older private renters in Northern Ireland is set to rise significantly and the challenges faced by today’s older renters are likely to become a mainstream social issue affecting future generations.

The Commissioner is calling for:
• An end to no-fault evictions, meaning landlords would not be able to evict tenants unless they had a statutory ground.
• Introduction of age discrimination with a duty on landlords to make reasonable adjustments.
• Improving minimum energy efficiency standards for all rented properties.

You can read more, including our full report, here:
https://copni.org/news/articles/new-report-on-older-renters-warns-of-hidden-housing-crisis-in-later-life

18/05/2026

It's , find Alzheimer's Society Northern Ireland at events across Northern Ireland.

We're holding a drop-in event at Buttercrane Shopping Centre on Tuesday, May 19, 10am-4pm. Come along and find out more about dementia and the support available.

15/05/2026

Age NI Charity Director Mandy Wilson joined BBC Radio Ulster Good Morning Ulster and BBC Newsline Health Correspondent Marie-Louise Connolly yesterday for their discussion on ageing and dementia, highlighting the impact a dementia diagnosis can have on individuals and their families and what care options are and should be available.

Listen here starting at 2:19:05 ➡

The day's news agenda, including regular news, travel and sport updates.

05/05/2026

Stay on high alert for scams as the recovery of Winter Fuel Payments is underway.

You should NOT have to take any action to receive or pay back the Winter Fuel Payment - any text, email, or phone call asking you to provide personal details is a scam.

Learn more here: www.ageni.org/winterfuelpayment

05/05/2026

Huge thanks and well done to the amazing team from Yellowcom!

02/05/2026

Good luck to everyone taking part in the Belfast City Marathon tomorrow 🏃🏃‍♀️

A huge shout out and thank you to the teams from Banbridge Academy and Yellowcom who are running in support of Age NI!

30/04/2026

Age NI attended the Garvaghy Health and Wellbeing Fayre on Saturday, joining other fantastic organisations for expert health talks and advice and support information. It was a delight to hear from our friend Lady Mary Peters along with former Age NI Board of Trustees Chair and current Chair of the Southern Health and Social Care Trust Eileen Mullan.

Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Public Health Agency Mary Peters Trust