Kathy Lawrence
Using Technology to Keep Loved Ones with Dementia Safe: Practical Tips
Dementia is a complex condition, encompassing a range of symptoms caused by diseases that damage the brain, such as Alzheimer’s. These symptoms often include memory loss, confusion, difficulty with daily tasks, communication challenges, and behavioural changes. Dementia is progressive, meaning these symptoms worsen over time. As the condition advances, ensuring the safety and well-being of […]
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Walk-in Showers and Their Advantages for the Elderly
Collaborative Post Walk-in showers have become increasingly popular in modern home design, and there is a good reason for that. Because they combine functionality with a sleek aesthetic, they offer an universal solution that satisfies a wide range of needs and preferences. This guide explores the many benefits of walk-in showers, their design possibilities, and […]
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5 Essential Tips to Help You Prepare for Retirement
Collaborative Post It’s never too early to prepare for retirement, and this is a crucial step in ensuring that you are comfortable and financially secure when you finish work. Whether you’re currently a few decades away from retirement or your life as a retiree just around the corner, taking proactive steps can make a huge […]
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The Mental Health Benefits of Intergenerational Relationships for Older Adults
Collaborative Post Intergenerational relationships have emerged as an avenue to connect older adults with the young generation and have turned into a powerful tool for promoting mental health and well-being. The segment of old-aged people is increasing across the world, and older adults need to devise concrete strategies to combat loneliness, depression, and anxiety. These […]
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The downside of Vitamin D supplements
Known as the ‘sunshine vitamin, Vitamin D makes a significant contribution to our general well-being. It helps to maintain healthy bones and teeth and in supporting immunity. For some groups, Vitamin D deficiency can be a problem, and GPs may prescribe supplements to increase levels. These people tend to be in groups aged over 65, […]
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Back to school for your grandchildren and a child in Nepal
For those grandparents who help out with childcare, the summer holidays can feel long. They’ve kept the children occupied and entertained, and maybe juggled work with childcare, not to mention navigating frustrations, tears, joy, and those inevitable rainy days. Parents who have the pleasure of senior help will be grateful. Come September, many of us […]
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4 Tips for Setting Up a High -Quality Care Business
Collaborative Post Finding a high-quality care business for your loved ones can feel like a long search, and setting up your own care centre can feel preferable to leaving your friends and family in the care of others who they may not know very well. Whilst running a care business can be an incredibly rewarding […]
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Calls to end the Carer’s Allowance work/benefit trap
The financial problems facing unpaid carers have finally been recognised publicly, alongside calls to fix the system that is punishing people for caring and working to support themselves. In an editorial, the Guardian refers to what’s been described as a ‘catch out culture’ at the Department of Work and Pensions. Any carer earning over £151 […]
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What now for social care funding and winter fuel payments?
There are two features of the announcement from the incoming Chancellor Rachel Reeves in July 2024 that will particularly affect older people. Winter fuel payments Payments to help with the cost of energy have been made annually in the autumn to those of pension age. This has not been means tested to date, so recipients […]
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Retirement planning is getting harder as cost of living bites
Difficulties in retirement financial planning in the current economic climate are highlighted in the latest Scottish Widows Retirement Report. Contributions are falling, expected retirement ages are rising, and the likelihood of enjoying a ‘comfortable’ retirement is in doubt for some. Here are the key takeaways and recommendations from the report. Pension Contributions and Financial Wellbeing […]
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