Reposted by Age NINational Energy Action NI @neanireland.bsky.social · 17/08/2026As 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. 131 3
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Age 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 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 12/06/2026For 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-helpnidirect.gov.ukHelp and advice for anyone affected by the recent disorderThere 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. 011 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Check in and Chat volunteer Una shared: "It's a pleasure to volunteer with Age NI, knowing that I can provide a safe friendly conversation for someone every week. It's so important that we all grow older together supporting each other." www.ageni.org/volunteer #VolunteersWeekageni.orgVolunteering | Get involved | Age NIVolunteer with Age NI to help support our vital work and make a difference in the lives of older people in your community. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026We are so grateful to have fantastic volunteers across all of our services, like Angela at Anna House Day Centre who made a beautiful (and delicious!) pavlova for the service users. 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/06/2026It'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. 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Age 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...bbc.co.ukLisburn: Mourners gather to remember elderly woman who passed without next of kinThe service was arranged after an appeal to find Margaret's family members was unsuccessful. 000 0
Reposted by Age NIThe Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland @cop-ni.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Yesterday 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. 011 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/03/2026There are fantastic events happening across Northern Ireland with groups like @wrda-team.bsky.social , learn more and get involved here: www.wrda.net/blog/upcomin...wrda.netUpcoming Events — Womens Resource and Development AgencyMas Deserve More! Event for International Women’s Day The Mas Deserve more event will highlight the lack of service provision for mothers with perinatal mental health problems as a gendered women’s… 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/03/20268 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. 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 14/01/2026New 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 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 24/12/2025From 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 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/12/2025Make twice the impact when you support us this holiday season by donating during the Big Give #ChristmasChallenge until 9 December: www.ageni.org/get-involved...ageni.orgBig Give | Events | Fundraise | Age NIDouble your donation to Age NI this Christmas when you donate online during the Big Give Christmas Challenge. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/12/2025Did 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. 110 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 28/11/2025Download our festive fundraiser pack with recipes, quiz ideas, and more: ageni.org/festivefundraisers You can make double the impact with your festive fundraising if you donate to Age NI online during the Big Give #ChristmasChallenge 2-9 December! Learn more: ageni.org/biggiveageni.orgFestive fundraisers | Events | Age NIFundraise for Age NI to give the gift of friendship to older people who may feel lonely or isolated this festive season. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 28/11/2025Looking 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 🎄 111 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 26/11/2025This paints a grim picture of the extent of #FuelPoverty in NI. All generations should have access to warm and healthy homes. Learn more from @neanireland.bsky.social 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 26/11/2025Today 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. 131 3
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Especially in the lead up to the busy Christmas period, we want to make sure older people feel confident to access online services. Read more: www.ageni.org/news/fightin... #ScamAwarenessageni.orgFighting fraud: Power NI joins forces with Age NI | News | Age NIAge NI and Power NI have come together to launch a new social media campaign that is designed to raise awareness of scams – and help older people stay safe when online. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Age NI and Power NI are joining together to raise awareness of scams and help older people stay safe online. 110 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 27/10/2025Dorothy, who attends our Anna House Day Centre, shared her secrets to reaching 100 years old with BBC News NI! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #PositiveAgeingMonthbbc.co.ukWhat is the secret to a long life in Northern Ireland?The amount of people aged 100 years and over in Northern Ireland has almost doubled since 2004. 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 06/10/2025Now hiring: Connect North Link Worker in Antrim and Newtownabbey! Join this fantastic team, learn more and apply: www.ageni.org/workforus #PositiveAgeingMonth #Hiring #JobFairy 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 03/10/2025Steven 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 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/10/2025Learn more and get involved: www.ageni.org/positiveageingmonth #PositiveAgeingMonthageni.orgPositive Ageing Month | Age NIOctober is Positive Ageing Month, and Age NI is delighted to support the events and activities happening across Northern Ireland. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/10/2025We'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. 110 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025We will be promoting all the fantastic events happening across Northern Ireland so make sure you're following Age NI on all social media platforms. And subscribe to our Signpost Express newsletter for a deep dive into the age sector: www.ageni.org/signpostexpressageni.orgSignpost ExpressSignpost Express is an e-bulletin produced by the Age NI Age Sector Development Team. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Positive 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 💜 110 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Are 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. 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Reminder 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. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Last year Age NI helped identify £1.4 million in unclaimed benefits, and you or a loved one could be missing out. Get a free benefits check on our website, or call our free advice line for support from our advice team: 💻 www.ageni.org/benefits 📞 0808 808 7575ageni.orgClaiming benefits | Age NIInformation and advice on claiming benefits and entitlements, including pension credit, attendance allowance, council tax benefit and carers allowance. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Are 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. 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Make 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 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 12/09/2025A personal alarm which works in the home and garden can provide peace of mind for older people and their families, learn more and find the right one for you here: www.ageni.org/personalalarmsageni.orgNorthern Ireland Personal Alarms | Independent Living Products | Age NIAge NI Personal Alarms support older adults in Northern Ireland to live independently and safely. Find out more about personal alarms in Northern Ireland. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 12/09/2025With 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... 🍂 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 11/09/2025A 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 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Contact Age NI today to check you are receiving all the financial support available to you:📞 0808 808 7575, Monday - Friday 9am – 5pm💻 www.ageni.org/benefits Huge thanks to all who joined us in Lisnaskea, read more: www.ageni.org/news/older-p... 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 10/09/2025"...It’s crucial that older people make sure they are claiming all the additional financial support they may be entitled to. The extra money from successfully claiming Pension Credit makes a big difference to finances and quality of life." -Linda Robinson, CEO of Age NIageni.orgClaiming benefits | Age NIInformation and advice on claiming benefits and entitlements, including pension credit, attendance allowance, council tax benefit and carers allowance. 120 2
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Age 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." 110 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Help us bring lifechanging advice to twice as many older people this year. By setting up a monthly gift to Age NI before 28 September, your donation will be doubled by the Big Give Regular Giving Campaign for the next three months! Learn more and double your impact today: www.ageni.org/doubleageni.orgSupport Age NI monthly | Donate | Age NISet up a monthly gift to Age NI between 1 September and 28 September and your donation will be doubled by the Big Give Regular Giving Campaign! Make double the impact today. 000 0
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Our 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." 100 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 05/09/2025Age 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 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/09/2025When 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 020 2
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 21/08/2025Did 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/adviceitv.com 001 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 13/08/2025BT 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 010 1
Reposted by Age NIDepartment of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 07/08/2025Do 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 002 2
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 01/08/2025Save £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. 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 31/07/2025It 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. 010 1
Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · 30/07/2025The 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 000 0