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We’re Age Cymru, the national Charity for older people. We’re here when we’re needed the most. Age Cymru yw'r elusen genedlaethol i bobl hŷn yng Nghymru a rydyn. ☎️ Age Cymru Advice: 0300 303 44 98 🖱️ www.agecymru.wales 🖱️ www.agecymru.cymru

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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Where will your Big Step take you? 👟 There's still time to sign up for our 185-mile challenge and support older people across Wales! 💙 Share your walks and tag us; we'd love to see them! Sign up: www.agecymru.wales/get-involved/fun… #BigStep #AgeCymru
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Stay in the loop with Age Cymru! 💙 The Loop is our monthly newsletter, bringing you all the latest news and information. Delivered every last Thursday of the month. Sign up today 👇 🔗 www.agecymru.wales/our-work/sign-up… #AgeCymru #TheLoop
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Thinking about taking on The Big Step? There's still time! 👟 Walk or run 185 miles this September and October, at your own pace, to support Age Cymru. Take your first step today 💙 www.agecymru.wales/get-involved/fun… #CamMawr #BigStep #AgeCymru
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
It's #PensionAwarenessWeek! 💙 Pensions and tax can feel complicated. HMRC's Tax Confident website is here to help with clear, trusted information. Find out more: taxconfident.campaign.gov.uk/workin… #TaxConfident
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞! Walk or run 185 miles in Sept & Oct - the length of Wales - to support @AgeCymru 👟 Just 3 miles (6.1k steps) a day at your own pace £20 sign-up ➡️ T-shirt to start, medal when you finish 🏅 Take your first step 👇 bit.ly/4gHiFhT
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Cofrestrwch nawr ar gyfer y Big Step! 👟 Cerddwch neu rhedwch 185 milltir – hyd Cymru – yn ystod mis Medi a mis Hydref i godi arian ar gyfer @AgeCymru 👟 £20 i gofrestru ➡️ Crys-t i ddechrau, medal wrth orffen 🏅 Cymerwch eich cam cyntaf 👇 bit.ly/464y45x
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
More than 80% of older people in Wales are not claiming key financial support - and we want to change that. Our 2026 More Money in Your Pocket guide lays out all of the available support for older people, who's eligible and how to apply. 💷 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4e4e7zp
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Nid yw mwy na 80% o bobl hŷn yng Nghymru'n hawlio cymorth ariannol hanfodol - ac rydyn ni eisiau newid hynny. Mae ein canllaw Mwy o Arian yn eich Poced (2026) yn llawn gwybodaeth am y gefnogaeth sydd ar gael, pwy sy'n gymwys a sut i wneud cais. 💷 bit.ly/4uWIyim
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🧵 Age Cymru’s response to Ofgem's energy price announcement of 4% rise in energy prices from 1 October to 31 December 2026
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🧵Ymateb Age Cymru i gyhoeddiad Ofgem ynghylch cynnydd o 4% ar brisiau ynni rhwng 1 Hydref a 31 Rhagfyr 2026
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Mae Cam Mawr yn dychwelyd ar gyfer 2026 – gyda her hollol newydd! Mwy o wybodaeth yn dod yn fuan – cadwch lygad ar y gofod hwn. 👟 #CamMawr #BigStep
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Cam Mawr - the Big Step is back for 2026 - with a brand new challenge! More information coming soon - watch this space. 👟 #CamMawr #BigStep
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Can we reverse the narrative of growing uncertainty around older people's health and wealth in Wales? 🧑‍⚕️💰 Our new blog post takes a look behind the headline results of Age Cymru's 2026 annual survey. 🔗You can check it out here: bit.ly/4bTw4QM
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Unstable foundations: reflections on Age Cymru’s 2026 annual survey
Unstable foundations: reflections on Age Cymru’s 2026 annual survey
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Fedrwn ni newid y stori am ansicrwydd cynyddol am iechyd a chyfoeth pobl hŷn yng Nghymru?🧑‍⚕️💰 Mae cyhoeddiad newydd ar ein blog yn bwrw golwg fanwl ar ganlyniadau arolwg blynyddol Age Cymru (2026). 🔗Dewch o hyd i ragor o wybodaeth yma: bit.ly/4wr8Mdp
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Sylfeini ansefydlog: myfyrdodau ar arolwg blynyddol Age Cymru yn 2026
Sylfeini ansefydlog: myfyrdodau ar arolwg blynyddol Age Cymru yn 2026
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
It's never too late to enjoy the benefits of staying active. 🏋️ Our latest podcast explores how movement can support your health and wellbeing, with practical tips from dance artist Geraldine Hurl and the Beddau tai chi group. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/4sn0nWi
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Age Matters podcast
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Dydy hi byth yn rhy hwyr i fwynhau ymarfer corff 🏋️ Mae pennod diweddaraf ein podlediad yn gofyn sut gall ymarfer corff rheolaidd wella eich iechyd a’ch lles, gyda syniadau ymarferol gan artist dawns Geraldine Hurl a grŵp tai chi Beddau 🎧Gwrandewch yma: bit.ly/4cVbOje
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Podlediad Age Matters
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Top tips for getting started with a healthy movement routine: 🏆Celebrate progress - big & small! 🙌Find activities you enjoy ⏲️Start small & be consistent 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Join a local group 🔗https://www.agecymru.wales/our-work/promoting-health-and-wellbeing/act-now-age-better/
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
🏆Dathlwch eich cynnydd 🙌Dewch o hyd i weithgaredd rydych chi'n ei fwynhau ⏲️Dechreuwch yn araf a byddwch yn gyson – mae sesiynau 10 munud yn ddechrau da 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Ymunwch â grŵp lleol 🔗https://www.agecymru.cymru/ein-gwaith/hyrwyddo-iechyd-a-lles/gwna-fe-i-heneiddion-heini/
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Gall ymarfer corff wella eich cryfder, eich cydbwysedd, eich egni a iechyd eich calon, a gall hefyd eich helpu i wneud ffrindiau newydd. Wrth i bobl fyw'n hirach, mae canolbwyntio ar iechyd a lles yn ein helpu i fyw bywydau gwell hefyd. 🚶🏋️ bit.ly/4h5ANSX
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing more information about our Act Now Age Better campaign, & what better way to start than by talking about the benefits of moving. Even small increases in physical activity make a huge difference @WelshGovernment bit.ly/4faX1jY
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New evidence says every step counts to improve your health | Welsh Government News
Even small increases in physical activity in those who are not currently active can make a big difference to your health, Chief Medical Officers say. All activity counts, from walking and taking the s...
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
📺Be sure to tune in to ITV Wales news this evening at 6pm, to see our CEO Vicki, talking about the cost of living, healthcare and the findings of our annual survey. You can also read the full report here: bit.ly/3PxjMp7
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Mae ein harolwg blynyddol yn dangos mai'r costau byw cynyddol a dirywiad mewn iechyd corfforol yw'r prif bryderon i bobl hŷn. 📄Mae ein hadroddiad llawn yn dangos beth sydd angen newid: bit.ly/4uStfY6
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Our annual survey shows that the key concerns of older people are rising living costs, declining physical health & overwhelmed healthcare services. Meanwhile, mental health & loneliness have reduced. 📄Our full report shows what needs to be addressed: bit.ly/3PxjMp7
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Our annual survey shows that the key concerns of older people are rising living costs, declining physical health & overwhelmed healthcare services. Meanwhile, mental health & loneliness have reduced. 📄Our full report shows what needs to be addressed: bit.ly/3PxjMp7
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
More than 80% of older people in Wales are not claiming key financial support - and we want to change that. Our 2026 More Money in Your Pocket guide lays out all of the available support for older people, who's eligible and how to apply. 💷 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4e4e7zp
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Mae rhybudd coch am wres eithafol ar gyfer rhannau o Gymru yr wythnos hon. Gall gwres difrifol gael effaith arbennig o gryf ar bobl hŷn. Gwiriwch sut mae cymdogion a pherthnasau hŷn a dewch o hyd i gyngor ar gadw'n ddiogel yn www.agecymru.wales 📞 0300 303 44 98
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
📞Our Friend in Need service offers much-needed social connection to older people feeling lonely & isolated Our trained volunteers make weekly friendship calls to make sure no older person feels alone 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Learn more: bit.ly/43BBg7D #LonelinessAwarenessWeek
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
More than 80% of older people in Wales are not claiming key financial support - and we want to change that. Our 2026 More Money in Your Pocket guide lays out all of the available support for older people, who's eligible and how to apply. 💷 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4e4e7zp
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Nid yw mwy na 80% o bobl hŷn yng Nghymru'n hawlio cymorth ariannol hanfodol - ac rydyn ni eisiau newid hynny. Mae ein canllaw Mwy o Arian yn eich Poced (2026) yn llawn gwybodaeth am y gefnogaeth sydd ar gael, pwy sy'n gymwys a sut i wneud cais. 💷 bit.ly/4uWIyim
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
During #LonelinessAwarenessWeek, we're recognising the 100k older people in Wales who are consistently lonely🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Signs of loneliness can include neglecting self-care or feeling worthless & can lead to poor mental & physical health Learn more: bit.ly/4fMbk0j
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Yn ystod #WythnosYmwybyddiaethUnigrwydd, rydym yn cydnabod y 100k o bobl hŷn yng Nghymru sy'n unig yn gyson🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Gall arwyddion unigrwydd gynnwys esgeuluso hunanofal neu deimlo'n ddiwerth a gall arwain at iechyd meddwl a chorfforol gwael Dysgu mwy: bit.ly/4vXPSub
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
It's #CarersWeek, and we couldn't be prouder of the thousands of carers across Wales who support so many people in our communities. We've put together some support guides, reports and resources for carers that you may find useful: bit.ly/3S6i13q
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Mae hi'n #WythnosGofalwyr, ac ni allem fod yn fwy balch o'r miloedd o ofalwyr ledled Cymru sy'n cefnogi cymaint o bobl yn ein cymunedau. Rydym wedi llunio rhai canllawiau cymorth, adroddiadau ac adnoddau ar gyfer gofalwyr a allai fod yn ddefnyddiol i chi: bit.ly/43twPM8
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Older people often lack representation in visual media & this can contribute to ageism & exclusion. In support of Age Without Limits Day, we've created a royalty-free image library to ensure everyone can be seen. bit.ly/3QdUFIt 📸 #AgeWithoutLimitsDay #QuestionAgeism
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Age Cymru (@agecymru) | Unsplash Photo Community
See 285 of the best free to download photos, images, and wallpapers by Age Cymru on Unsplash.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Yn aml, nid yw pobl hŷn yn cael eu cynrychioli yn y cyfryngau gweledol, ac mae hyn yn cyfrannu at ragfarn oedran. I gefnogi Diwrnod Oedran Heb Derfynau, rydym wedi creu casgliad o luniau di-freindal i sicrhau bod pawb yn cael eu gweld. bit.ly/3QdUFIt 📸
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Age Cymru (@agecymru) | Unsplash Photo Community
See 285 of the best free to download photos, images, and wallpapers by Age Cymru on Unsplash.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
More than 80% of older people in Wales are not claiming key financial support - and we want to change that. Our 2026 More Money in Your Pocket guide lays out all of the available support for older people, who's eligible and how to apply. 💷 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4e4e7zp
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Nid yw mwy na 80% o bobl hŷn yng Nghymru'n hawlio cymorth ariannol hanfodol - ac rydyn ni eisiau newid hynny. Mae ein canllaw Mwy o Arian yn eich Poced (2026) yn llawn gwybodaeth am y gefnogaeth sydd ar gael, pwy sy'n gymwys a sut i wneud cais. 💷 bit.ly/4uWIyim
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Catch our Public Affairs Manager, Rhian on @itvwales tonight, talking about the importance of access to public toilets in our communities. Be sure to tune in to catch the full interview at 6pm tonight!
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Our volunteers are instrumental in delivering our range of physical activity sessions for older people. They play a crucial role in supporting older people to exercise, socialise and maintain a strong sense of wellbeing. We’re so grateful for the work they do 👏 #VolunteersWeek
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Our public affairs manager Rhian was on Dros Cinio @bbcradiocymru earlier today talking about a report that launched at the Smart Ageing Summit which highlighted the power that people have to age well Listen back to the interview which starts at: 28:14 - bbc.in/4vtO7oa
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Dros Ginio - Cennydd Davies yn cyflwyno - BBC Sounds
Trin a thrafod Cymru a'r byd, gan godi'r pynciau a gofyn y cwestiynau sy'n bwysig i chi.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Roedd ein rheolwr materion cyhoeddus Rhian ar @bbcradiocymru yn gynharach heddiw yn siarad am adroddiad a lansiwyd am hirhoedledd a oedd yn tynnu sylw at y pŵer sydd gan bobl dros heneiddio'n dda Gwrandewch yn ôl ar y cyfweliad sy'n dechrau am - 28:14 bbc.in/4vtO7oa
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Dros Ginio - Cennydd Davies yn cyflwyno - BBC Sounds
Trin a thrafod Cymru a'r byd, gan godi'r pynciau a gofyn y cwestiynau sy'n bwysig i chi.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Mae hi'n #WythnosGwirfoddolwyr ac mae ein gwasanaeth eiriolaeth annibynnol yn recriwtio ledled Cymru. Mae HOPE yn cefnogi pobl hŷn a gofalwyr i ddod o hyd i wybodaeth a deall eu hawliau Ond ni allwn wneud ein gwaith heb eich help chi. Mwy o wybodaeth: advocacy@agecymru.org.uk
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
It’s #VolunteersWeek and our independent advocacy service is recruiting across Wales. HOPE supports older people & carers to access information, know their rights and, ultimately, be heard. But we can't do it without you. Learn more: advocacy@agecymru.org.uk 📧
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
We’re proud to be taking part in #VolunteersWeek 2026 – marking 42 years of saying thank you to all volunteers across the UK for everything they do for society. 🙏 You can learn more about volunteering with Age Cymru by phone📞029 2043 1555 or email volunteer@agecymru.org.uk
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Rydym wrth ein bodd yn cymryd rhan yn Wythnos Gwirfoddolwyr 2026 - mae'n gyfle i ddathlu 42 mlynedd o ddiolch yn fawr iawn i bob gwirfoddolwr ledled y DU. 🙏 Gallwch ddysgu mwy am wirfoddoli gydag Age Cymru drwy gysylltu â 029 2043 1555 neu volunteer@agecymru.org.uk. 📞
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Cafodd miloedd o fenywod ledled Cymru eu heffeithio gan achosion mabwysiadu hanesyddol. Mae gwasanaeth am ddim ar gael i unrhyw fenyw a gafodd blentyn a fabwysiadwyd yng Nghymru cyn 1976. Mwy o wybodaeth: bit.ly/3Px2wAv
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Mae cefnogaeth ar gael
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Thousands of women across Wales were affected by historic adoption practices. A free, confidential service is available for women who had a child adopted in Wales before 1976. You can read the full story and learn more about support, on our website: bit.ly/4wIB0kw
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Mothers of forced adoption encouraged to apply for support
Anyone who had a child adopted in Wales before 1976 can apply for support
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Rydyn ni’n falch iawn o’n hymddiriedolwraig, Eleanor Sanders, sydd wedi codi £1,250 drwy seiclo 70 milltir er mwyn dathlu ei phenblwydd yn 70 oed🚴 bit.ly/4tMTJsi
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Eleanor yn seiclo 70 milltir yn 70 oed ac yn codi £1,250
Mae ein hymddiriedolwraig Eleanor Sanders wedi codi £1,250, swm anhygoel, ar ôl beicio 70 milltir ar hyd llwybr Taith Taf - i gyd er mwyn dathlu ei phen-blwydd yn 70 oed.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
We’re incredibly proud of our trustee, Eleanor Sanders, who has raised £1,250 after cycling 70 miles to mark her 70th birthday. 🚴‍♀️ The cycle took 3 days & more than doubled its original goal of £700. Find out more about here: bit.ly/4eYHyF7
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Eleanor cycles 70 @ 70 and raises £1,250
Our trustee Eleanor Sanders has raised an incredible £1,250 after cycling 70 miles along the Taff trail - all to mark her 70th Birthday.
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Sport and exercise can help to build strength, balance and coordination, energy and heart health, and social connections. As people are living longer, focusing on health and wellbeing helps us to live better too. 🚶🧘 bit.ly/41FpJTz 🔗 #ActNowAgeBetter @age_uk
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Act Now, Age Better | Age UK
Age UK has brought the world of sport, exercise, wellbeing and movement together to encourage 50-65 year olds to move more and age better.
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