Kathy Lawrence
Feeling the Energy Dip? Simple Ways to Recharge As You Age
Collaborative Post Does the thought of an afternoon nap sound more appealing than it used to? Do you find yourself running out of steam sooner, or feeling like your get-up-and-go has, well, got up and gone? You’re certainly not alone. Feeling a dip in energy is one of the most common complaints as we get […]
Read more
How to Design a Safe and Comfortable Guest Room for an Older Visitor
Collaborative Post Welcoming an older guest into your home is a lovely experience, but it also comes with a responsibility to provide a space that is both safe and comfortable for their stay. Ageing can often mean adjusting to mobility limitations or other health considerations, and a thoughtfully designed guest room can make a significant […]
Read more
5 Facts About Hemiplegia That You Should Know
Collaborative Post If you work in the medical field, you might know about hemiplegia. If you don’t, though, you may not know what this term means. Hemiplegia happens relatively often, though, so it’s something you should probably know about, particularly if you’re in a situation where you’re considering pursuing legal action because someone caused it. […]
Read more
Cutting Business Gas Expenses – 4 Practical Tips
Collaborative Post Rising gas bills can put unnecessary strain on your business, cutting into profits and creating financial uncertainty. Whether you operate a small office or a large facility that relies heavily on heating, reducing gas costs can make a significant difference. The good news? You don’t need drastic changes – just a few smart […]
Read more
Easy Cleaning Hacks for Those Juggling Work, Family, and Caregiving
Collaborative Post When we have busy schedules, it can be easy to put cleaning on the back burner. However, as many of us probably know, doing this often makes the situation worse, and seeing a messy home can create a lot of stress and anxiety. Luckily, there are plenty of easy cleaning hacks to keep […]
Read more
John’s Campaign: supporting family and friends to provide care in hospitals and other care settings
The dementia support group John’s Campaign has recently had to change its website and email addresses to overcome what we’ll call technical difficulties with its web server provider. That’s a real nuisance for the group, but a good opportunity to remind carers about the purpose and activities of this UK-based organisation. What is John’s Campaign? […]
Read more
What do you do when a care home closes?
It’s a nightmare situation. Your parent is settled in a care home when it’s suddenly announced that the home will be closing. You need to find somewhere else for them to live and be cared for well, away from the people and routines that they know, and often pretty quickly. The University of Birmingham has […]
Read more
Why insurance matters for older travellers
I’ve just returned from a trip to New Zealand where I had one experience that left me fearful for my life – or at least my hip. Not a bungee jump. Not paragliding. Just getting on and off a water taxi when it would have been very easy to take a leap straight into the […]
Read more
Gardening With Mobility Issues – A Helpful Guide
Collaborative Post As we get older, it’s not unusual to experience less flexibility, strength and mobility. That doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the best of your hobbies – you may just need to implement some adjustments. Gardening is among one of the best forms of exercise for anyone, including older individuals. That’s because it grants […]
Read more
Elderly Drivers and Car Accidents: Risks and Safety Measures
Collaborative Post While it’s not something that most of us like to think about, there can be no denying that as we get older our ability to perform basic day-to-day tasks might be impacted by cognitive and physical decline. This applies to driving as much as anything else. But in the case of driving, where […]
Read more