Kathy Lawrence
Unearthing Cyprus: Vacation and real estate investment opportunities in lesser-known towns
Collaborative Post In this article, we invite you to venture beyond Cyprus’s well-trodden paths and into its lesser-known locales. While Cyprus is renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant cities, it also harbours charming, less-explored towns. These quaint towns, steeped in rich culture and history, offer a retreat from the bustling tourist hotspots, and host […]
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Caregiving for Ageing Parents: How to Create a Positive Relationship
Collaborative Post As the circle of life completes its course, roles often shift, and the once-caregivers become those needing care. Navigating the journey of caring for ageing parents can be a profound experience filled with challenges, but it also offers an opportunity to strengthen bonds and create lasting positive relationships. Family members should give importance […]
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A Guide to Helping Your Parents With Their Day-to-Day Financial Management
Collaborative Post Managing day-to-day finances can be tricky enough for anyone. That’s especially true at the moment as the cost of living keeps going up. But it can be particularly difficult for people as they get older. From bills and budgeting to investments and retirement planning, the responsibilities can accumulate and become overwhelming. Helping your […]
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Supporting Seniors’ Mental Health: How to Care for Your Older Loved Ones
Collaborative Post A person of any age struggling with mental health conditions needs support both for their well-being and quality of life. However, as our loved ones age, they often face more complex challenges that require greater understanding, resources and assistance. We’re exploring some practical ways to provide support and care for older individuals facing […]
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Grey divorce: What is it and how can it be avoided?
Collaborative Post Grey divorce is an increasingly prevalent phenomenon that involves couples proceeding with divorce in their later years. Whether you’re living with a spouse through retirement or supporting an older couple who might be struggling, it’s always worth knowing how you might prevent the stress, strain, and separation of divorce. Divorce and tradition: What’s […]
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Is wildlife feeding good for our seniors – and the wildlife?
Feeding wildlife surged during lockdown, as people were forced to spend more time at home. Research suggests that people are still feeding birds, foxes, waterfowl and other local wild animals. Should we be encouraging our older family and friends to continue with what appears to be a fairly innocuous activity – or are there hidden […]
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How to Support an Older Relative with their Mobility
Collaborative Post Do you have an older relative who isn’t quite as mobile as they could be? Maybe you feel as though they are losing their muscle strength because they aren’t being active and you want to help them turn this around. Either way, it is more than possible for you to make a change […]
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Getting Your Foster Child Interested in Sport
Collaborative Post If you are a foster carer, you are responsible for helping your foster child expand their interests and build character, nurturing their personality, and providing new opportunities for them to develop skills. Team sports have many benefits for foster children, such as interacting with others, learning to function as a member of a […]
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Health Mistakes to Avoid as You Get Older
Collaborative Post It’s not uncommon for health to decline as people get older. Indeed, research indicates that approximately 40% of people over 65 live with a long-term illness or disability, reiterating its prevalence. This can be scary, especially if you are advancing in age. Fortunately, you don’t have to be part of the statistics. The […]
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A Guide to Helping Senior Loved Ones Transition: Preparing for a Smooth House Move
Collaborative Post Ah, the familiar sights and sounds of home – the creaky floors, the cozy corners filled with memories, and the warmth that wraps around you like a familiar embrace. For many seniors, their cherished abode holds a lifetime of stories and precious moments. Yet, as time passes, life’s ever-turning wheel may lead them […]
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