Kathy Lawrence
Alternatives to using a solicitor when needing assistance with your legal affairs
By Amanda Hamilton, National Association of Licensed Paralegals We all need to deal with legal things as we get older and take on more responsibility. Whether you are looking to get your own will together and put in place power of attorney or trusts for the future, or have been called upon to deal with […]
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Christmas gifts for seniors 2020
Check out our 2023 gift guide for seniors for the latest suggestions. Finding a gift that will be appreciated by our older family and friends can be tricky. In our annual round up of present ideas we try hard to find ideas that are original, fun or luxurious. Our latest 2022 gift guide for parents […]
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What you need to know about finances and wellbeing for older people October 2020
Our round-up of latest news affecting the senior members of society. Stories include: What future for cash? Royal mail to pick up parcels from home State pensions to rise next spring Heating cost help Launch of veterans railcard Appliance cover and sharp practices Supporting good mental health British cities lead world for dementia strategies The […]
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Is buying a home a terrifying prospect?
Collaborative Post Many people have all kinds of goals in their life. From their career to their personal life, the concept of having “made it” or “succeeded” in life is something that can often be intensely personal and specific. However, there are few things in life that better represent having reached a level that you […]
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What are the best options for individuals with dementia?
Collaborative Post If you have an elderly relative who is suffering from dementia, you will know that trying to figure out what is best for them can be very hard. Dementia affects around 850,000 people in the UK alone, and can put pressure not just on the individual but on their surrounding family and community. […]
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Are your relatives spending too much on their necessities?
Collaborative Post You want your mum and dad to keep their independence and live their own lives. However, maybe you can’t help but notice they’re forking out a little more than they need to when it comes to buying the necessities of life. Ranging from their average food shop to how much they’re spending on […]
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Tips on choosing a ring as a symbol of eternity
Collaborative Post When you’re choosing a ring, the harmony between the everyday life of jewellery and its expressiveness is important. There are thousands of different designs, such as wedding bands, solitaires, signet rings, white and yellow gold, with or without stones. How can you choose the most attractive ring at a suitable price to last a lifetime? […]
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Where are we with shielding the most vulnerable?
After the strict guidelines of shielding the most vulnerable during lockdown, government advice across the UK became much lighter, suggesting that everyone could make their own decisions about going out – and stopping deliveries of emergency supplies as a result. England Following the announcement of the three-tier Covid alert system on 12 October, the government […]
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Planning ahead – tips to help older relatives build solid financial foundations
Collaborative Post Planning ahead is beneficial at any stage in life, but it’s particularly important to think about your financial future as you approach retirement and your senior years. If you’re helping your parents or other older relatives to build solid financial foundations, here are some useful tips. Retirement planning and pensions Most of us […]
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What to wear to enjoy the autumn chill
The National Trust is expecting a gloriously colourful autumn in 2020, as the heat of the summer encourages trees to turn red and golden. That’s an excellent reason to get out for a walk as much as possible now. It doesn’t have to be a visit to the grand landscapes of the National Trust. In […]
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