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How do the children, grandchildren, friends and other relatives find a way to work together to support older people?
How to Prepare for a Stress-Free Family Beach Day (Without Forgetting a Thing)
Collaborative Post There’s something special about a classic British beach day – sandcastles, ice creams, and the unpredictable mix of sunshine and sea breeze. But as any parent knows, a spontaneous trip to the seaside can quickly turn stressful without a bit of planning. From packing the right essentials to choosing practical outfits, a little […]
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How to Help Resistant Parents Accept Support
Collaborative Post Watching your parents struggle with everyday living can be emotional, frustrating, and even frightening. When they’re unwell or not as mobile or mentally well as they used to be, you can’t help but worry about their safety and comfort. However, due to pride or a fear of losing their independence, many parents can […]
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3 Tips to Navigate Your Child’s Allergies
Collaborative Post Food is crucial for nutrition. But it is also a shared social experience that represents our culture, our community, and the way that we celebrate with one another. We build memories around smells, flavours and textures – cold ice cream on a summer holiday, the blend of jam and cream in a grandma’s […]
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How I Dealt With a Health Crisis While Staying Calm
Collaborative Post Last spring, my husband went to the hospital on a Tuesday morning. By Thursday, I felt overwhelmed. I had to get two children to school, walk the dog, and deal with a pile of unopened mail on the kitchen table. I realised I didn’t know how to log in to the energy account. […]
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Supporting Older Relatives While Managing Everyday Life
Collaborative Post As parents and relatives grow older, many families find themselves stepping into brand new roles. The people who once cared for them may start to need a little bit more support when it comes to decisions, appointments, or daily tasks. This transition can sometimes feel overwhelming at first; you are balancing work, family […]
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3 Self Care Tips For Parents
Collaborative Post As a parent, your kids will always be number one on the priority list. Unfortunately, that means sometimes your needs come last, leaving you stressed and burnt out. However, that doesn’t have to be the case. You perform at your best in every avenue of life when you are looked after and your […]
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Is artificial intelligence benefiting the older community in the UK?
Artificial intelligence is being introduced into health and social care in a wide range of ways. It can be difficult to understand how what can seem an alien and possibly scary concept for many can deliver benefits in a safe, reliable way. Here are a few stories that aim to show how AI helps older […]
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Small decisions that make a big difference when supporting ageing parents
Collaborative Post Redefining Help Without Taking Control One of the most powerful decisions is how help is framed. Many older parents resist feeling managed. Language matters here. Asking how they would like something done, even when the outcome seems obvious, preserves autonomy. It also leads to better solutions, because lived experience still counts. Allowing parents […]
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The dual-screen caregiver: keeping a watchful eye on mum and dad
Many of us have become used to working with multiple screens and enjoy the efficiency benefits. Provider Mobile Pixels has been exploring the possibilities of dual screens to help us keep a discreet eye on remote older family while working. Here are their thoughts, followed by our experience at When They Get Older of setting […]
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Managing Transport Costs While Meeting Modern Business Needs
Collaborative Post Transport costs remain a major challenge for UK businesses managing group travel. As fuel prices fluctuate and environmental regulations tighten, organisations must balance operational expenses with the practical requirements of moving staff, clients or equipment. Minibuses help cover this need for groups of different sizes, offering a middle ground between standard cars and […]
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