Stories

Every day people are experiencing ageism – read about people’s experiences and what they're doing to change it.  

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.

Ann and her father sitting outside holding cups of tea with sunny trees behind them.

Ann's story

Ann, 59, is a carer to her father and is passionate about unpaid carers receiving the recognition and support that they deserve.

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A black and white image showing Richard, who wears a black t-shirt, looking at the camera.

Richard's story

Richard shares his positive experience of starting something quite dramatically new - and finding success at it - in his later life.

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Mindy's story

Mindy, 72, was born in Hull but has lived in Manchester since 1995. She is a very active volunteer in her community, particularly supporting the LGBT…

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Colleen's story

Colleen, takes a very positive view on ageing and tells us how she has loved becoming a model and supporting artist in her late 50s.

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Pete's story

Pete feels that business is not set up to support an ageing population, and that is a problem not just for older people but society.

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Danielle's story

Danielle tells us how the ageism she experienced in her early 50s was a ‘punch in the stomach’ – but how it ultimately led her to a fulfilling new…

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