Kathy Lawrence
Is walking the right step in your journey through a healthy life?
We find the advice everywhere. Exercise is good for you, and continued exercise will help you enjoy a healthier old age. In the UK, that means most of us are recommended to do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity each week, whether that’s brisk walking, dancing, swimming, water aerobics or moderate cycling. How much […]
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Retirement emigration: how easy is it to move abroad in later life?
Collaborative Post In later life, retirement is undoubtedly one of the biggest life milestones you’ll reach. Having spent decades at work, the freedom that comes with hanging up your boots brings with it so many choices. What to do next? Where to go? And how to make it happen? For some people, the dream is […]
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Home adaptations for the elderly
Collaborative Post Given the choice, most people would rather live out their days in their own homes. But when mobility starts to falter, they may need to think about new ways to organise their homes, and the aids that can help them remain independent and safe. The good news is that there are numerous easy […]
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Facing insomnia: I tried Sleepio
I’m a chronic insomniac. I get off to sleep easily enough, but I don’t stay asleep. After waking and going back to sleep several times in the first part of the night, I get about four hours in and realise I’m too awake to go back to sleep again. Over the years (and it has […]
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Furnishings to consider for a modern house renovation
Collaborative Post So, the time has come to begin investing in a modern house renovation. This is wonderful news! You are taking the leap into designing your home your way. But there are so many different aspects to consider, such as floor plan, wall layout, furniture choice and fixture addition or removal. It can sometimes […]
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Practical ways to support yourself as a voluntary carer
The pressure of caring for an older relative can build up and sometimes feel overwhelming – especially if you’re juggling work and care commitments. A growing number of people are turning to Google to find support in caring. New research from Seniorcare by Lottie has found a surge in online searches from carers across the […]
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How to help your loved ones make the most of online shopping
Collaborative Post Online shopping is a great experience and an excellent service, which can make your life easier. Unfortunately, not all older people can safely work out online shopping, even though the convenience of online shopping would be incredibly useful to them, especially if they have any mobility issues. So, to help you inform your […]
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What to expect from new hearing aids
As a long-term hearing aid user myself, I know what it’s like to be in a loop where your hearing deteriorates and then new technology brings you jumping back into the world. Jumping is the right word too, because a step up in audio capability can make your environment sound suddenly very noisy. The benefits […]
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Giving house plants as gifts
A look at Google searches revealed the house plants that attract the most interest on the search engine. There are few surprises – many of those named have been stalwarts of the living rooms, hallways and even bathrooms of homes for many decades. The benefits of house plants is that on the whole they are […]
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How to take a postive approach to your finances
Collaborative Post When it comes to your finances, it’s important to take the right approach mentally. Financial thinking is the process of evaluating and understanding how the financial world works. It includes both positive and negative thoughts. Negative thinking can be defined as a pessimistic outlook on life, a lack of hope for the future, […]
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