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National Energy Action NI @neanireland.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

As chair of the Fuel Poverty Coalition NI, NEA NI is pleased to share the Fuel Poverty Coalition NI’s response to the Department for Communities consultation on the Warm Healthy Homes Fund.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Age NI provides a range of vital services to help reduce loneliness, keep people connected, and improve the quality of life for older people across Northern Ireland. This would not be possible without you. Your support means we can continue to be there for those who need us: www.ageni.org/summer26

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

For anyone who needs support ⬇ @nidirect.gov.uk have a dedicated page for info on reporting hate crimes, accessing housing assistance, financial support, victim services, transport updates, schools and exams and other advice for those impacted over the last few days: www.nidirect.gov.uk/advice-help

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Help and advice for anyone affected by the recent disorder

There is help and advice available following the recent public disorder. This includes information about housing, how to report a crime, schools, benefits and financial support.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

It's Volunteers' Week, and we want to say a huge thank you to the over 300 volunteers who give their time, care, and support to improve the lives of older people across Northern Ireland.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Age NI representatives were honoured to be among the many mourners who attended the funeral to remember and celebrate the life of Margaret. If you or someone you know needs advice or support, call the Age NI advice line 0808 808 7575 or visit our website www.ageni.org www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Lisburn: Mourners gather to remember elderly woman who passed without next of kin

The service was arranged after an appeal to find Margaret's family members was unsuccessful.

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The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland @cop-ni.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Yesterday the Commissioner was pleased to host members of the @age-ni.bsky.social Consultative Forum to update them on her Corporate Plan. In-depth conversations – and delicious scones were the order of the day.

The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland with members of the Age NI Consultative Forum.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

8 March is International Women's Day, and this year's theme Give To Gain encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration, a giving of everything from time and knowledge to advocacy and donations to help bring about gender equality.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

New year, new you, new opportunities to get involved with Age NI 🎆 At Age NI, we want to make Northern Ireland a great place to grow older. Join us this January to help make your community somewhere that older people are supported and connected. Get involved today: www.ageni.org/volunteer

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

From all of us at Age NI, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you to everyone who has supported us this year 💚 Please note that our office is closed from the end of today, Wednesday 24 December, until Friday 2 January. You can find information and advice on our website: www.ageni.org

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Did you know that two thirds of older people in Northern Ireland often feel invisible or overlooked ❓ No one should have no one, especially at Christmas. At Age NI, we're turning isolation and loneliness into comfort and connection for older people.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Looking to give back with your holiday plans this year? Organise a bake sale at work, Christmas jumper night out with friends, or holiday themed quiz night with family and support older people across Northern Ireland who might be feeling lonely or forgotten this Christmas season 🎄

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Today is #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay. 39% of adults in Northern Ireland told a LucidTalk poll that they are spending more than 10% of their total household expenditure on energy costs, and many grandparents report rationing their energy and only putting their heating on when their grandchildren visit.

Photo of a grandparents playing with their grandchildren. #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay badge in top corner, blue text on yellow along bottom "Many grandparents ration their energy and only put their heating on when their grandchildren visit"

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Age NI and Power NI are joining together to raise awareness of scams and help older people stay safe online.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Now hiring: Connect North Link Worker in Antrim and Newtownabbey! Join this fantastic team, learn more and apply: www.ageni.org/workforus #PositiveAgeingMonth #Hiring #JobFairy

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Steven Millar, writer and director of The Arcadia, visited Age NI's Anna House Day Centre to meet our service users and highlight the importance of talking about dementia. Catch The Arcadia at the Lyric Belfast 8-10 Oct: lyrictheatre.co.uk/whats-on/the... And learn more about Age NI: www.ageni.org

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

We're thrilled to kick off Positive Ageing Month by celebrating Gladys's 100th birthday in our Ballyclare Day Centre! It is also the 35th United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons, and today and every day we are proud to be working across Northern Ireland to change the way we age.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Positive Ageing Month starts tomorrow, and we can't wait to celebrate the importance of social connection, active living, and the part older people play within our local communities 💜

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Are you entitled to more? Call Age NI on 0808 808 7575 or visit our website at ageni.org/benefits to check what you could be claiming.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Reminder that BT are holding a drop-in session tomorrow, 17 September, between 11am and 1pm at Ballyclare Town Hall. Come along to learn more about the Ballyclare Exchange closure and Digital Voice switchover.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Are you entitled to more? Research shows that areas across NI, particularly in Fermanagh and Omagh, have a low uptake of Pension Credit and other benefits. Claiming Pension Credit may also mean you are entitled to receive other benefits.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Make twice the difference for older people this month. Set up a recurring gift through the Big Give and your donation will be doubled for three months! Turn £10 into £20 and help us support more older people across Northern Ireland. Learn more and get started here: ageni.org/double

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

With the autumn comes increased risks and hazards for some older people, and our personal alarms partner Taking Care have shared some autumn safety tips that might be useful: taking.care/blogs/resour... 🍂

older woman walking arm in arm with a younger woman wearing coats and scarves with autumnal trees behind

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

A will is good, but good will is great. Leave a world less lonely when you remember Age NI in your legacy planning this #WilltoGiveWeek. Help us make sure that we'll always be there for older people in need across Northern Ireland. Learn more and get your free will guide here: www.ageni.org/wills

turquoise background with navy text and heart outline Will to Give #Willtogiveweek willtogive.org in orange text "Don't just leave a Will. Leave good will."

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Age NI has launched a new campaign “Are you entitled to more?”, supported by Fermanagh & Omagh District Council and SWAP. “The Fermanagh & Omagh area has been identified as having a low uptake of Pension Credit and other benefits and we are concerned that many older people here are missing out."

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Our free advice line identified over £1.4 million in unclaimed benefits last year. "Thanks to Age NI I am now receiving Attendance Allowance which means I can continue to live on my own instead of having to seek a care home. I will be forever grateful for the support I received from adviser Brenda."

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Age NI is hiring! We are looking to fill three Connect North Link Worker roles: ➡Causeway Coast & Glens council area ➡Mid & East Antrim council area ➡Antrim & Newtownabbey council area Learn more and apply here: www.ageni.org/workforus

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

When Age NI paired Sheila with a volunteer close to her age, she found something she hadn’t felt in years: genuine connection. Help us continue to provide this lifeline - set up a monthly gift to Age NI between 1-28 September and your donation will be doubled for three months: www.ageni.org/double

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Did you catch our Head of Advice Brenda Kearns on UTV Northern Ireland last night ➡️ www.itv.com/news/utv/202... If you or a loved one has questions about top up fees for nursing or residential care, call our advice line 0808 808 7575 or visit our website www.ageni.org/advice

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

BT are hosting an information session about the Ballyclare Exchange closure on 17 September at Ballyclare Town Hall. Learn more, and please share with older family members, friends, and neighbours who may affected by the exchange closure: www.bt.com/digitalvoice

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 07/08/2025

Do you own a nursing or residential home? Have you checked if you’re eligible for Residential Homes Rate Relief? If eligible, you may have no rate bill to pay. Check for more info and apply here: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/residential-homes-rate-relief

Residential Homes Rate Relief. To qualify for this rate relief all or part of your property must be used wholly or mainly for at least one of the specific purposes listed online. Please visit the website for further details on how to apply.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Save £40, plus prices locked until 2027 – hurry, offer must end 1st September! Remain independent with an Age NI Personal Alarm and get help in any emergency at the press of a button. Independence when it's wanted, help when it's needed. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/449sfDz * Terms and Conditions apply.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

It was a fantastic turnout for the 2025 innocent Big Knit, we received 38,448 hats which raises over £11,500 to support older people across Northern Ireland! Huge thanks to everyone who sent in their crafted creations, including some amazing community groups.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

The My Hospital Journey survey closes tomorrow! We want to hear from anyone aged 65 and over who has had an unplanned stay in hospital in the past 12 months. Learn more and share your experience: www.ageni.org/myhospitaljourney

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Final chance to have your say! Share your hospital experience before the survey closes on 31 July: www.ageni.org/myhospitaljourney

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

From all of us at Age NI, we would like to wish everyone a very happy Belfast Pride Week! We are always here for friendship and support. Check out all the fantastic events leading up to the parade on Saturday: belfastpride.com

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Age NI will be closed on Monday 14 July and Tuesday 15 July, reopening normal hours on Wednesday 16 July. If you require information or advice, please visit our website: www.ageni.org

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Make a difference with a weekly friendship call to an older person in your community 💙 Learn more and sign up: www.ageni.org/checkinandchat

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

With another heatwave coming this weekend, here are our tips for warmer weather! And please make sure to check in on older friends, relatives, and neighbours 😎 @barrabest.bsky.social

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Do you have a free hour each week for a chat? Become a Check in and Chat volunteer like Shay, and make a difference for an older person in your community struggling with loneliness and isolation. Learn more and sign up: www.ageni.org/checkinandchat

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Join team Age NI! We are now hiring for two Connect North Link Workers, based at Ballyclare Town Hall and West Bann Community Centre. Learn more and apply here: www.ageni.org/workforus

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Huge thanks to @kelmba.bsky.social for encouraging participation in Age NI's #MyHospitalJourney survey. Learn more and have your say here: www.ageni.org/myhospitaljourney

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

We want older people's lived experience to help shape better hospital services. Have your say in our My Hospital Journey survey: www.ageni.org/myhospitaljourney

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

This week is #SharedLivesWeek and we're delighted to be highlighting this amazing service. Social worker Laura told us what difference she has seen in her clients who take part in Shared Lives: "I have watched Shared Lives completely transform my clients, who are now experiencing meaningful..."

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Bernie knows the difference First Connect and Age NI can make, from being supported by the Friendship Group to now being a peer supporter herself. Help us bring this connection and friendship to more older people across Northern Ireland: www.ageni.org/summer25

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Thanks to everyone who signed the petition to encourage the UK Government to restore the #WinterFuelPayment. Everyone over the State Pension Age in Northern Ireland will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this year. Pensioners with income of £35,000 or above will have their payment recovered by HMRC.

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Through First Connect, Age NI is changing lives every day for people like Bernie. Last year, 98% of older people supported by the service said they felt less lonely and 97% said they felt less isolated. Donate now to help us make a difference, one connection at a time: www.ageni.org/summer25

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Age UK @age-uk.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

We've brought together our information and advice for older LGBT+ people, helping you understand your rights and make sure they’re always respected 👉 bit.ly/4kIap0p #Pride

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