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Imagine your day being brightened by someone volunteering to accompany you for a chat and a walk once a week. Do you know someone who is lonely and/or finds it difficult to venture out for fresh air, would love some company and a walk in the sunshine. Age Concern Wellington’s Companion Walking Service offers just

Research results show that, if a person over 70 is hospitalised following a road crash, regardless of causation, the length of hospital stay increases.  This is especially so people of 80 years plus.  As we age recovery takes longer. Age Concern runs free classroom-based refreshers for older drivers, focussing on actions to keep safe on