Kathy Lawrence
Reasons to wear a face mask
Collaborative Post Wearing a mask, like a p2 mask, during the COVID-19 epidemic occasionally appeared to become more political than a health concern. It was natural to feel embarrassed about wearing masks and to become enraged when others did not. Because there was no established national convention in the US for when and where to […]
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Safety Tips and a Checklist when Taking Your Parents on Beautiful Scenic Drives
Collaborative Post Taking your parents on a scenic drive can be a great way to spend time together and enjoy the scenery. However, there are a few safety tips you should keep in mind to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable trip. Here is a checklist of things to do before you hit the […]
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11 Tips to Help Seniors Avoid Probate
Collaborative Post Before you get knee-deep into legal procedures, it is essential to be familiar with the legal terms. Following a person’s passing in the US, a specialised court governs the distribution of the deceased’s property through a legal procedure called probate. Usually, the court appoints a person to settle the debts and the remaining […]
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Going Off-Grid: How to Plan a Unique Trip and Avoid the Tourist Traps
Collaborative Post Travelling the world is a dream for many, and most of us have taken a holiday at some point or another. In fact, travelling has become so popular that the global travel and tourism market is worth billions, and as many as 12% of UK holidaymakers have booked a package holiday deal in […]
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What does the breakthrough dementia drug mean for our families?
There have been many headlines this week about a new drug that can address the challenges of dementia, after years of failed research. But what is its significance, and what can it do for us and our loved ones who are already living with dementia? First, we are talking here specifically about Alzheimer’s Disease, which […]
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How To Promote Mobility In Older Age
Collaborative Post As you get older, you need to deal with health problems that you were not used to experiencing before. Your immunity might get weaker, and you might not feel as strong as you used to. Additionally, you might start having problems with your mobility. You might not be able to walk as far […]
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Supporting the unpaid caregivers in your family
Do you have unpaid caregivers in your family, looking after older relations perhaps? How are they doing? A recent survey has found that unpaid carers are struggling to make ends meets, with long-term lack of support compounded by the rising cost of living. The survey by the Carer’s Trust of 2,675 of the millions of […]
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Finding the perfect home for an elderly loved one
Collaborative Post Watching our loved ones grow older can be an odd experience. We’re used to them being the ones who take control. Being independent. Knowing what to do and say at the right time. But as people age, a lot of changes occur. Many grow weaker and less mobile. Some may begin to experience […]
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How can I get my parent home from hospital?
‘Bed blocking’ has become rampant in NHS hospitals. Latest figures suggest that more than 13,000 (13,179) beds a day were taken up on one week in November 2022 by patients who no longer needed one. That is an increase of a quarter compared to the first week of December in 2021. This is worrying for […]
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General advice on caring for an older relative
Collaborative Post Caring for elderly relatives can be challenging for a number of reasons. Perhaps you feel you lack sufficient knowledge or spare time to make a real difference. Or maybe you simply find it difficult seeing a loved one’s health deteriorate. Whatever the case, you aren’t in it alone. The UK has an ever-ageing […]
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