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.

A woman wearing a denim jacket and sunglasses smiles while sitting outside.
Everyday life

Diane's story

When Diane returned to the UK after living in Thailand, she was shocked by how invisible she was made to feel.

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A woman with short hair and glasses speaks into a microphone with red stage curtains behind her.
Work

Penny’s story

Penny tells us about her experience of pursuing stand up comedy as an older woman and prejudice against age in the arts.

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A man wearing a shirt underneath a fleece jacket smiles at the camera with a plain wall behind him.
Work

Bill's story

Bill is highly experienced. However, he’s found that finding new roles has got harder and harder.

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An older woman with a colourful cap and scarf leans on a wall and smiles at the camera, with trees and flowers behind her.
Work

Sabe's story

Sabe, a consultant specialising in international trade, shares how she feels other people's attitudes have changed towards her as she’s…

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Man perches on a motorbike while holding a helmet and smiling at the camera.
Everyday life

John's story

John tells us that he feels he’s treated differently now because of his age, and that even his peers question if he should ‘act his age’.

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A woman smiles at the camera with a clock and floral curtains behind her.
Everyday life

Merle's story

Merle, part of Britain’s first all-female pop group – Mandy and The Girlfriends - discusses her experiences of ageing, ageism and preforming and…

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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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