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It’s hard to balance the demands of everyday life with looking out for ageing family and friends.

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Gifts for older family and friends 2024

Here’s our annual round-up of ideas for festive gifts for our older family and friends. We try to find slightly different Christmas gifts to suit the wide range of people this covers, from the active newly retired to the more senior and less mobile. While we suggest over 60s, our Christmas gift list could suit […]

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The Ultimate Edinburgh Experience: Exploring the City with a Bus Tour

Collaborative Post Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, is a city brimming with history, culture, and breath-taking views. However, with so much to see, trying to experience all of it in one day can feel overwhelming. The solution? A bus tour. These tours offer a perfect balance of efficiency and enjoyment, allowing visitors to see the highlights of […]

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End-of-life planning project seeks crowdfunding

A UK organisation, Legacy Compass, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to help kick-start its mission to redefine end-of-life planning and support. According to Legacy Compass, the average cost of dying is £9,650, and post-death administration takes on average 39 working days, with families facing up to 95 decisions during emotionally challenging times. The crowdfunding campaign […]

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How can you support a loved one into a care home?

It would be lovely if there was a straightforward path to choosing and getting the best out of a care home for our loved ones. But in reality it’s a complicated business, and often frustrating for all concerned. Those with experience suggest patience, kindness and firmness are important, together with a determination to ask questions […]

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