8 February 2012Last updated at 11:18
New technology to improve old age
New technology is being designed to help elderly people live independently for longer - an industry expected to increase as the population grows older.
Keeping care in the family
Keeping care in the familyAs our population gets older, the cost of caring for the elderly is expected to rise. BBC News looks at why some families choose to care for their elderly relatives at home.
NHS 'must improve elderly care'
NHS 'must improve elderly care'Hospitals must improve their care of elderly patients undergoing surgery, an expert report says.
Features & Analysis
Living Longer: Your ViewsHow do you feel about getting older?
Community effectHow will increasing numbers of elderly people affect the North?
Age limitWhat is life expectancy like in your area?
Older opportunitiesDriving, dating and other retirement discoveries
Have Your SayHow should social care for elderly people be paid for?
Not done yetOlder people on why they want to work beyond 65
Living Longer: Your Views
Community effect
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Older opportunities
Have Your Say
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