Barriers to arts engagement deter older people, survey finds.
Barriers to arts engagement deter older people, survey finds. Physical access and social isolation emerge as key factors linked to a decline in arts engagement among older people. Arts Professional reports that only half of older people attend or...Time the Turner prize grew up: why it needs to embrace the over-50s
Time the Turner prize grew up: why it needs to embrace the over-50s In the 1990s, having an age limit on Turner prize nominees dovetailed with a young punk energy in British art. But it’s now a pointless and conservative rule. The Guardian reports that...Supermarkets urged to bring in slow lanes – so elderly shoppers can enjoy a natter at the tills
Supermarkets urged to bring in slow lanes – so elderly shoppers can enjoy a natter at the tills A report says a special lane for pensioners who like to chat, with shopping buddies to help them, would make a trip to the shops nicer for those who live...More older holidaymakers finding new sexual partners abroad
More older holidaymakers finding new sexual partners abroad Enjoying sun, sea and sex on holiday is not just for 20-somethings, a new study has revealed. The Independent reports that many older British holidaymakers are finding new sexual partners while travelling...Ourplace News
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