Kathy Lawrence
Caregiving tips for older family members at home
While homes for the elderly may be the most practical option for busy people, many still want to have their elderly parents home and care for them there. For those who do, the idea of being together with the people who have cared for them all their lives is a gift. Their wisdom and experiences […]
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The best mobile phone for seniors: 6 top tips
Collaborative Post More than 95% of UK households own at least one mobile phone, and a significant proportion of people have access to a smartphone. Although smartphone usage among the older population is increasing, they’re still the demographic that’s least likely to own or use a smartphone in the UK. However, the features and functionality […]
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Can Will Trusts help to protect your inheritance?
Protecting inheritances for families is high on the agenda for many of us as we approach our older years. One option is to look at Will Trusts. This article explains what they are and how they work. What is a Will Trust? There are several types of Will Trusts which can be created within your […]
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Self-Care Tips for Seniors
Collaborative Post Are you a bit confused about self-help or what you can do for self-care? Don’t worry if you’re not sure where to start. Self-care doesn’t mean having to go on a month-long yoga retreat or giving up chocolate forever. Here are some simple suggestions that are ideal for seniors. Keep A Gratitude Journal […]
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How to find grief counselling
In an ideal world, we get to say goodbye to our parents with love and kindness in the most peaceful of settings as they drift gently away. But that’s not the reality for many of us. Circumstances and conditions often make our parting painful and difficult. Dementia regular delivers a long-drawn-out loss of a parent, […]
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas
To celebrate Father’s Day or not to celebrate Father’s Day? In many households the long-established tradition of Mothering Sunday has become an accepted date in the calendar. We use Mother’s Day to thank our mums for their love and care. But Father’s Day doesn’t have the same tradition, and it’s a bit of a worry […]
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3 Methods of Protecting the Assets of an Elderly Loved One
Collaborative Post There may come a time when an older loved one such as a parent, grandparent or other close relative doesn’t have the cognitive capability or mental faculty to manage their assets or finances by themselves, and as a care provider, fiduciary responsibility may fall on you. This is an extremely important role since […]
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Excellent Family Dinner Ideas That Are Always a Good Choice
Collaborative Post In today’s times, it is incredibly easy to fall into the category of becoming a religious junk-food eater, even though we are well aware it can have a disastrous impact on our health. That is why it is so important to be able to produce hearty, healthy meals for the people we love […]
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What support is out there for dementia carers?
Collaborative Post Caring for someone with dementia can be very challenging. Fortunately, there is a lot of support out there for carers that could make life easier. Below are just some of the different forms of support that are worth looking into. Government benefits As a carer, you may be eligible for government benefits such […]
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News roundup on ageing matters May 2021
Guidance, research, alerts and good news for families with older friends and relations. Updates on UK government guidance on care and coronavirus With May 17th a key date in the easing of lockdown, there are continuing changes to guidance and updates around Covid-19. NHS Test and Trace is making weekly COVID-19 testing available to all […]
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