Kathy Lawrence
Festive gift ideas for seniors
It’s been another tumultuous year, and we’ve decided for this year’s edition of our popular list of Christmas present idea for senior family and friends to focus on gifts that cheer. We’re delighted that we have been able to review many of these ideas, and we’ve clearly stated where we have been provided with a […]
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8 Professions a Senior Person Can Really Enjoy
Collaborative Post Retirement is a spectacular landmark, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to give up working entirely if you don’t want to. Many believe that once you retire, employment opportunities disappear into thin air, and there’s no chance of re-entering the job market. Nothing can be further from the truth and there are […]
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7 Tips For Senior Borrowers Looking To Find a Mortgage
Collaborative Post With today’s economy, everyone may feel a little unsettled. But senior citizens may feel especially challenged by their financial outlook. Seniors who have retired and no longer have their salary to count on may feel financial constraints and have to downsize their budgets. Senior citizens may wonder if they can qualify for a […]
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Protecting wildlife in the garden over winter
Once upon a time the most common animals you’d find scurrying about in the garden on autumn nights would be hedgehogs, foxes or even a badger. However, today hedgehogs, other mammals and many birds are on the decline, and the more we can do to help them survive through the winter, the better. With this […]
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5 Top Gifts for Grandchildren
Collaborative Post Whatever the occasion, whether it’s Christmas, birthdays or for no reason at all, we all know that children love getting gifts, and grandparents love buying them! It can sometimes be difficult to find the perfect gift for children – they grow so fast after all. But there are some gifts that remain as […]
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Never mind the triple lock – what’s happening with company and private pensions?
For many of us pensions are something we’re already receiving or expect to receive in the next few years. But what’s happening to their value in these challenging times? Nim Maradas, who is a trustee of a large pension scheme, has kindly taken the time to explain how different pensions work, and what we can […]
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Essential Skincare Tips for Older Adults
Collaborative Post Although ageing makes you wiser, your skin loses collagen and elastin production, which is essential for supple skin. Your skin may also start losing hydration as it becomes thinner and more brittle. Most older adults tend to focus on their face and neck. However, it’s equally important to nourish and take care of […]
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Personal loans for senior citizens
Collaborative Post Financial emergencies can come unexpectedly. No matter who you are or how old you are money issues could arise from an unplanned expense or a sudden emergency. If you’re in a short-term financial bind, a senior citizen personal loan may assist you in getting out of it. Although many people find a personal […]
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How to Get Yourself into a New Exercise Routine
Collaborative Post Getting physically active is pretty straightforward. It’s doing so in a way that’ll stick that’s the tricky part. If you’ve struggled throughout life to develop an exercise routine that’s right for you, and that developed into a habit, then don’t be disheartened – you’re in good company. Besides, it’s never too late to […]
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Facing a cold, dark winter with potential power cuts
Do you remember the power cuts of the 1970s? I was at university and we used to gather in the kitchen with our duvets and sit the darkness out. It started out as novelty, but soon got pretty boring, not to say inconvenient. Now, with the possible threat of power cuts again this winter, what […]
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