Kathy Lawrence
Exploring what dementia is and what it is not
Dementia is an illness that is experienced by around 850,000 people in the UK. However, many people remain unaware about the truths of dementia, how to spot the early signs, and how to cope with it. With Dementia Action Week approaching, this article looks at many of the important questions around dementia. It also busts […]
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How to save money on car insurance for veterans
Collaborative Post Do you have veterans or older family members and friends who live active lifestyles? If that’s the case, you know how challenging it can be to want to support them while keeping them safe. In such cases, often, the best thing to do is to keep yourself informed of what you can do. […]
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When parents don’t take their pills
We regularly hear of problems with older people not taking their medications correctly. There are a myriad of reasons why this could be happening, and it’s not specifically anyone’s fault. But a recent report called ‘Doctor’s orders’, published through the think tank the International Longevity Centre has found that while nearly half of all adults […]
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Helping older people to stay in their own homes
Collaborative Post It can be difficult to see our older loved ones struggle, especially when they are adamant about living on their own. However, there are many things we can do as families to help ageing relatives live independently in their homes for as long as possible. In this article, we will outline some tips […]
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Tips to Remain a Safe Driver as a Senior and When to Stop Driving Altogether
Collaborative Post Just over 5 million people over the age of 70 hold full driving licences in Great Britain. The ability to drive is a key aspect of independent living. It allows you to maintain an active lifestyle, take care of personal needs, and maintain social connections. Even so, there are new challenges to consider […]
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Visiting care homes in England from April 2022
Here’s a summary of the current guidance to care homes on visiting arrangement in England, applicable from 4 April 2022. The full text can be found in the ‘Covid-19 supplement to the infection prevention and control resource for adult social care’ published on 31 March. It’s worth checking this if you have a problem with […]
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Covid and our older population April 2022
While most people are now ‘living with Covid’, the virus itself is still rife within the UK population. What does this mean for our older family and friends? Here’s a roundup of recent news coverage and government guidance. Covid infections are at record levels, according to data from the Office of National Statistics, with only […]
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Tips to help seniors cope with the rising costs of energy
The energy price cap rose on 1 April 2022, from £1277 to £1971 a year. That means energy companies can charge more for their services. As a result those on flexible tariffs and anyone paying through a pre-payment meter will see very significant price increases immediately. And the cap is due to rise again in […]
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How to financially prepare for your retirement
Collaborative Post Are you coming up to retirement age, or eyeing an early finish? Either way, being able to relax after working hard to support yourself and your family for so long will be joyous. That being said, you’ll need to have confidence in your financial position to enjoy retired life in the way that […]
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What does the UK chancellor’s Spring Statement mean for seniors?
On 23 March 2020 the UK Chancellor set out his budgetary changes, responding to a rising cost of living that is already badly blighting many lives. Is the good news good enough? What are the changes, what do they mean for older people, and how do the experts think? Not all changes affect older people, […]
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