Optimism for our ageing society

The CEO of the Homecare Association, who has extensive experience in the social care, health, housing and technology sectors

Thought-provoking culture, insightful science and inspirational snippets to bring you up to date on all things uplifting, hopeful and happy-making

According to the charity Carers UK, there could be more than 10.5 million unpaid carers in the UK. You could be one of them and you may not yet consider yourself in that role. Caring often starts with

Controversy of the week The assisted dying bill ...

In the second of our Generation Joy series, which shines a spotlight on retirement communities, we meet two women for whom age is no barrier to living their best lives

With the average UK care home costing £65,000 a year, the prospect of meeting these fees can be a worry. But some people won’t have to pay – and it doesn’t have to mean selling your home. Our expert explains how it works