Record numbers of older people seeking help from charity

The number of older people supported by ALONE rose to just under 44,000 in 2024 (Joe Giddens/PA)

Record numbers of older people are seeking support from Alone, according to the organisation’s annual report.

The number of older people supported by Alone rose to just under 44,000 in 2024, with health, housing and financial difficulties among the main reasons support was sought.