Kathy Lawrence
Why is Lego so popular?
Collaborative Post Among children’s toys, few brands stand out among the rest. Yet, despite the thousands of knick-knacks and doodahs that have fallen into obscurity over the years, Lego has remained ever-present since it first rose in popularity during the mid-20th century. Even today, the Danish company is still seeing an uptake in their products […]
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5 Tips On Whether To Claim For A Permanent Brain Injury In New Jersey
Collaborative Post Brain injuries can be really severe. In some cases, you have to carry the effects of your brain injury for the rest of your life. It also can result in some permanent disabilities. And… As a result of that, you can lose your current job and also can not get any other job. […]
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We couldn’t have asked for a more caring nursing home
Reader story We’ve heard a great deal about difficulties visiting loved ones in care homes during the pandemic, and even before then it seems it’s as ever the bad experiences that makes the headlines. A long-time friend of When They Get Older recently had to find a nursing home fast for her mother, and she […]
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How your eyes change as you age – and how to look after them
Collaborative Post Ageing is a natural process that everyone, naturally, goes through. There are some things about ageing with which many of us are familiar: greying hairs, occasionally stiffer joints, even changes to sleeping habits. But there are some changes we may not be expecting, and which can be quite disturbing when experienced for the […]
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Worried about dementia? Here are 5 things to look out for
Collaborative Post The thought of someone close to you developing dementia is something no one wants to experience. However, as people are living longer, it has become an increasingly prominent condition. Every person is different and there is no way of knowing fully how the disease will affect each individual. if you or a loved […]
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The Pros and Cons of Car Leasing Over Buying a New Car as You Get Older
Collaborative Post You may not have thought about leasing a car rather than buying one before but there are some distinct advantages, especially as you get older and have different driving needs. Here is a guide to the pros and cons of leasing over buying a new car as you get older. Leasing Can Save […]
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Ideal holidays for the 60+ traveller
Collaborative Post Holidaying options in your later years can often be considered limited. However, this is not the case. There are plenty of options and beautiful locations still to explore. From becoming submerged in different cultures, meeting new, like-minded people, and engaging in exciting activities, there is plenty out there to see and do regardless […]
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How to get your child’s university affairs in order
Collaborative Post As a parent, you want to do everything possible to help your children succeed. This includes helping them get their university affairs in order. However, there are many things to consider when it comes to your children’s education. This blog post will discuss some critical steps that you need to take in order […]
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Sports to try in retirement
Collaborative Post When it’s time to retire, a whole new chapter of life begins. This is one where the world truly is your oyster and you can do all the things you never got the chance to before. This could include travelling the world, learning a new skill or even trying a new sport. Picking […]
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Keeping cool in the heat – 5 tips from scientists
In the UK we have to be prepared for wide-ranging temperatures, and in the summer it looks like we may increasingly hit the mid 30s. The Physiological Society – an association of health scientists – has set out some helpful advice to help you stay cool. But they also carry a word of warning about […]
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