Age Scotland 2020 Impact Report

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75%

of all deaths involving Covid-19 in 2020 were among people aged 75 or over

Over half of all over 75s said the TV or a pet is their main form of company (pre-pandemic)

Thank you for all you’re doing to continue supporting the older people during these incredibly uncertain times - it is deeply, deeply appreciated. Age Scotland helpline caller

200,000

older people in Scotland go at least half a week without speaking to anyone

More than 150,000 people aged 55+ were advised to shield in 2020 (Public Health Scotland)

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