Independent Age | Supporting people facing financial hardship in later life

Help with housing costs
If you’re struggling to pay your rent and you’re on a low income, find out whether you qualify for Housing Benefit or other support. You may also be able to get help if you have a mortgage.
Get help with housing costs
Council Tax
Discounts and exemptions
If you are responsible for paying your Council Tax bill, you might be able to reduce the amount you have to pay.
Get help with your Council Tax
Keys to the future:
Projecting housing tenure and poverty rates in later life
If trends and policies remain the same in the UK, poverty among older renters could increase by 2040 as the UK's ageing population grows. Find out more about the findings of CaCHE’s research looking at what the future holds for older people in poverty.
Read the report
We’ve partnered with Nationwide Building Society to support and offer guidance to older people who’ve been scammed
Nationwide has sponsored our Scamwise guide, which is available in Nationwide branches and online. Find out more about the partnership and download or order your free guide by visiting our Nationwide partnership page.
They’re also developing the support offered through our Helpline, including holistic support for older people who’ve been scammed.

Get the Scamwise guide
Hi Digital
Bridging the digital divide
Independent Age and Vodafone Foundation are working together to support older people to get connected and explore the benefits of being online.
Hi Digital, developed by Vodafone Foundation, is a free online resource to help you improve your digital skills. It includes step-by-step courses on a variety of simple digital topics. Start your digital journey today by visiting our Hi Digital page.
Read about Hi Digital
Take on the 2025 London Marathon
Join tens of thousands of runners in the iconic London Marathon, while helping to end poverty in later life. Spaces are limited, so apply now.
Apply for a place