Stories

Every day people are experiencing ageism. Our campaign supporters have shared their experiences to raise awareness of the impacts of ageism and the things we can all do to change the narrative.

The views and opinions expressed in these stories are those of the authors where directly quoted. They do not necessarily reflect the policy or positions of the Centre for Ageing Better.

David at lectern

David's story

David shares the reasons that he works beyond state pension age, and why he feels that older people have so much to offer the workplace.

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John's photo

Jon's story

Jon explains how being suddenly unable to work through ill-health has impacted his financial security and way of life in his 60s.

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Kerry

Kerry's story

Kerry tells us about changing her career direction in her 60s, and why she continues to work beyond state pension age.

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A woman sits outside and smiles at the camera with her arms crossed, leaning on a table. The background features sun, grass and trees.
Work

Glynis's Story

Glynis has learnt new skills and gained qualifications to be able to embark on entirely new fields of work.

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Everyday life

Annie's story

Annie tells us about challenging ageism, especially in the world of fashion and modelling.

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An older man does a ballet pose next to swan with a lake in the background
Everyday life

Chris' Story

Having been made redundant at 48, Chris began volunteering, retraining as a fitness instructor and dancing at the Royal Academy of Dance.

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Older woman gardening

Share your story

If you would like to share your experiences of ageism for use in our campaign, we'd love to hear from you.

If you’d like to tell us about your experiences of ageism but you are unable to use this form, please do get in touch by emailing us at information@agewithoutlimits.org.

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