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Last winter, more than 25,000 people over the age of 65 died as a result of cold related illnesses.
Help the Aged is calling for the Government, health services and private companies to take action to stop older people dying, cold and alone.
The Government must address the factors that cause older people to die of the cold: poverty and poor housing.
Find out how how you can keep out the cold this winter.
This programme aims to help older people on low incomes to access their benefit entitlements.
Draw attention to the scandal of winter deaths and make sure your MP is involved.
Taking simple measures can help ensure a warm and safe winter.
