Kathy Lawrence
How to navigate old age in 5 steps
Collaborative Post Navigating old age can be a daunting process. You may feel overwhelmed by the number of decisions you need to make or uncertain about how best to adjust your lifestyle for the future. Fortunately, there are several steps that you can take to ensure that you get the most out of your senior […]
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Choosing the right gift for someone with dementia
Knowing what to buy for an older relative can be difficult. And choosing for someone with dementia can seem particularly hard. The people at Relish, who specialise in presents for those living with dementia, have put together some tips to help you feel confident in your choices. Match the gift to ability Cognitive ability diminishes […]
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3 basic laundry tips for large families
Collaborative Post As our loved ones age, they may start struggling to live independently, this may include not being able to do some basic tasks around the house, like laundry. Even though they want to stick to their habits and help around the home, carrying a laundry basket down to the basement can result in […]
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Sleep tips: improving your quality of sleep when you are caregiver
Collaborative Post Providing care for your older family member or friend is kindhearted and compassionate, however, it can easily impact your quality of sleep. It’s important to take care of your sleep schedule because a great sleep will help you to take care of your loved one more easily. It’s easy to get lost in […]
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CBD comes from cannabis, so it must be bad for me, right?
Collaborative Post CBD is short for cannabidiol, and it is one of over 100 cannabinoids found in cannabis plants. CBD is a non-psychoactive compound, meaning it does not produce the “high” associated with the drug THC, regularly referred to as cannabis. Cannabinoids are believed to work together synergistically, meaning they can enhance or reduce each […]
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How to make homeshares work: top 5 tips
Alternative ways of living as we get older, compared to the more conventional routes, are fast gaining pace. People are increasingly seeking different options, and interest in homesharing arrangements has soared in recent years because of its ability to address several key issues society faces. Caroline Cooke, director at social enterprise Share and Care Homeshare, […]
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Top tips for taking care of elderly relatives
Collaborative Post The initial phase in a family’s long-term care plan for seniors is usually to provide at-home care for their ageing parents. It can help maintain their comfort levels while also buying time for family members to decide whether and when home or facility-based care is necessary. Adult children are often tasked with providing […]
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Mobiles for seniors – calls, text and WhatsApp
Product review When a mobile phone company specialising in technology for older users got in touch with us about our Christmas gift list, we set what we thought would be an impossible task. Yet Emporium had a potential solution. Our a real-life challenge A friend’s mother has moved into extended care accommodation where there are […]
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London Family Trip with Your Older Family and Friends
Collaborative Post A London family trip can be great fun for kids of all ages, and it’s even better when you can include your older family members. There are several places to visit, including the Tower of London, ArcelorMittal Orbit, and Madame Tussauds. For an alternative trip, you can visit Hamleys Toy Shop, which features […]
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5 Cheap Ways to Help Your Family Stay Warm This Winter
Collaborative Post At the time of writing, the weather is turning much colder in the UK. After a glorious summer, and two record-breaking heat waves, the leaves are beginning to fall, and the mercury is steadily dropping each morning. As family members of elderly relatives, there are things you can do to help them get […]
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