Kathy Lawrence
A guide to the Senior Railcard and Disabled Persons Railcard in the UK
Here’s a clear guide to the best railcards for older people in the UK, what they offer, and where they can purchase them. Railcards are one of the few benefits of getting to a certain age! The obvious choice – the Senior Railcard (Over-60s Railcard) The Senior Railcard is the main railcard designed specifically for […]
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Top 6 Dentists in Earl’s Court Delivering High‑Quality Treatments
Collaborative Post Oral health is an essential component of overall well‑being, influencing everything from nutrition to self‑confidence. Finding a dental practice that provides thorough assessments, preventive guidance, and effective treatments ensures that dental issues are addressed early and monitored over time. In Earl’s Court, several clinics offer a range of restorative, preventive, and general dentistry […]
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Is artificial intelligence benefiting the older community in the UK?
Artificial intelligence is being introduced into health and social care in a wide range of ways. It can be difficult to understand how what can seem an alien and possibly scary concept for many can deliver benefits in a safe, reliable way. Here are a few stories that aim to show how AI helps older […]
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Small decisions that make a big difference when supporting ageing parents
Collaborative Post Redefining Help Without Taking Control One of the most powerful decisions is how help is framed. Many older parents resist feeling managed. Language matters here. Asking how they would like something done, even when the outcome seems obvious, preserves autonomy. It also leads to better solutions, because lived experience still counts. Allowing parents […]
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Setting up a business after 65 – some essential advice
Collaborative Post Starting a business over the age of 65 can feel challenging. The term “grayprepreneurship” is often thrown around for seniors who get into starting businesses. But what do you really need to do to make it a success as you’re getting older? Obviously you’re going to have to work in a different way […]
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The dual-screen caregiver: keeping a watchful eye on mum and dad
Many of us have become used to working with multiple screens and enjoy the efficiency benefits. Provider Mobile Pixels has been exploring the possibilities of dual screens to help us keep a discreet eye on remote older family while working. Here are their thoughts, followed by our experience at When They Get Older of setting […]
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Are employers supporting carers in the workplace?
Across many workplaces, there is growing recognition that carers make up a significant – and often hidden – part of the workforce, reports the latest survey by Employers for Carers. EfC is a UK organisation providing advice to help employers support carers in the workplace, and aims to influence government and employment policy to create […]
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What are the benefits of hearing aids for memory and protection against dementia?
We’ve seen research looking at how important being able to hear well enough to enjoy conversations, or listening to TV, radio and podcasts, and even just hearing everyday sounds can be to a well-lived older age. Now recent research looking specifically at hearing aids and the mind has suggested that hearing aids may not dramatically […]
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Why silver marriages are important for inheritance tax planning and pensions
We hear much about silver splitters – couples who reach retirement age and realise that they don’t wish to spend their remaining years together. For some of those splitters, the new future involves a new partner. But while the original couple may have been planning pension provisions for most of their working lives, the change […]
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Making Memories: Your Guide to Stress-free Trips with Kids and Elderly Parents
Collaborative Post The idea of a family holiday that includes your children and your own parents is a wonderful one. It’s a chance to create precious, lasting memories across three generations. But for the person in the middle – that’s probably you – the thought of planning and executing it can feel more like a […]
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