Kathy Lawrence
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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A comprehensive guide to tree maintenance
Collaborative Post Trees can be a real plus point for any garden. As well as looking beautiful, they provide much-needed shade for the hot summer days. Humans aren’t the only beneficiaries of trees – they are important to wildlife as well. Caring for your trees is important for keeping them healthy and long-lasting. It may […]
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The Impact Being a Truck Driver Can Have on Your Family
Collaborative Post Being a truck driver in the US might appeal to some people. You can drive an enormous machine, and some individuals appreciate that. You can carry goods across the country, so you’re performing a vital service. Trucks can easily weigh 80,000 pounds, so you must exercise caution while driving one. You must also […]
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Convenience and Flexibility: The Advantages of Private Health Insurance Alongside the NHS
Collaborative Post Navigating healthcare options in the UK can sometimes feel like a maze, especially when weighing the benefits of private health insurance alongside the National Health Service (NHS). While the NHS provides comprehensive and largely free healthcare to residents, there are instances where private health insurance offers additional advantages that can significantly enhance your […]
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Hobbies that Add Years to Life and Life to Years
Collaborative Post If you’re approaching retirement, then you might be wondering what you’re going to end up doing with all the new-found free time you might have to contend with. Finding the right hobby might have two benefits. Firstly, you’ll enjoy a much-improved quality of life. Secondly, and perhaps more surprisingly, you might actually be […]
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