Kathy Lawrence
Things to consider before getting 50+ insurance
Collaborative Post As our loved ones get older, they may notice that they are bombarded more and more with advertisements trying to sell them life insurance policies. It’s not a bad idea to consider speaking to your loved one about some of these as they can help to make sure that they get the coverage […]
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Self-care advice for family caregivers
Older people often need additional assistance to enjoy their lives, especially those staying at home through their golden years. For family members, it is both an act of love and a pleasure to enable our relatives to retain as much independence as possible, but that doesn’t make caregiving any easier. Here is some helpful self-care […]
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Understanding Deputyship and the Court of Protection in England and Wales
Often people assume that if they were to lose their ability to look after their financial affairs and make their own decisions then their spouse or children will have the power to access bank accounts and make decisions. That is not necessarily the case. In the event that you were to lack capacity, only those […]
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Is it too late to invest your money?
Collaborative Post You might think it’s too late for your parents or grandparents to invest their money when they reach a certain age, but this isn’t the case. Here’s why… It’s never too late for an older person to invest their money, and it can actually be beneficial for them to do it. There are […]
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Mother’s Day gift list 2021
It’s going to be another strange Mother’s Day in the UK this year. While we can’t completely predict whether we’ll be able to meet up on the day at the time of writing this article, it does seem that posting or emailing gifts may make the most sense. It’s worth leaving extra time for deliveries […]
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Sorting out your finances in 2021
Collaborative Post After the last year, we are really feeling the pinch lately and it is time to move forward and get our finances back on track. Give A Budgeting Tracker A Go Budgeting is now easier than ever. There are so many different types of apps available on your phone and tablets now. These […]
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3 qualities to seek in a credible estate agent business
Collaborative Post Finding the best estate agents to deal with an individual’s property needs is obviously something that is highly important. At the end of the day, buying or selling a property is not something which is done lightly – a lot of money exchanges hand and sometimes there is a high-risk factor associated. Therefore, […]
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5 tips to feel good when you’re staying home for the summer
Collaborative Post The rules around what we can and can’t do around travel and vacations are changing at a rapid pace. The chances are though that our older family members won’t all feel entirely comfortable about a holiday away from home for a while to come. So how can we and they get back that […]
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How to support your relative’s wellness through winter
Collaborative Post Surviving the winter for older people can be challenging and there is a danger they may slip into low moods. If you have an older relative to look after this winter it’s a good idea to support their health and wellness with regular communication and by encouraging some positive habits such as journaling, […]
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6 Ways To Protect Your Mental Health During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought not just changes, but also issues with depression and anxiety. With uncertainty and social isolation on the rise, it’s easy to feel down, restless, and helpless about these tough times. There’s also the huge worry about how your family members are faring during this crisis. In that case, there has […]
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