Family
How do the children, grandchildren, friends and other relatives find a way to work together to support older people?
5 unusual ways to make extra money as a parent and caregiver
Collaborative Post Looking to top up your income without sacrificing too much of your precious free time? In this article, Peter Watton from matched betting and side hustle experts OddsMonkey shares five unusual ways to make money as a parent and caregiver. If you’re trying to find ways to make some extra cash, you’re not […]
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Retirement planning tips for Armed Forces personnel
Achieving financial security should be the goal for anyone planning to retire, including those in the Armed Forces. But moving on to civilian life after decades of service poses many challenges. You can’t rely anymore on the resources provided by the government, which means you may have to navigate benefits, food, and even housing for you and […]
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5-minute stress busters for caregivers
For those taking care of older relatives, stress can become overwhelming at times. No matter how much you love them, caring can be frustrating, and there are times you may want to shout, scream and even run away. That’s particularly true if dementia has made their behaviour erratic and challenging. Fortunately, there are some quick […]
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Retiring? Keep Yourself Busy With These Tips
Collaborative Post There are big congratulations to be heard when you retire. You’ve made it: you’ve spent your life in a business or two, you’ve got the watch and now you are looking at years ahead with unlimited free time. You finally get to choose what you want to do and do as you please. […]
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Starting a business later in life
Collaborative Post It’s never too late to chase your entrepreneurial dreams. If you have a business idea that you think could be successful and enjoyable, you should pursue it. Starting a business later in life may come with extra challenges but could also come with extra perks. This post offers a few tips on how […]
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How can I go back to the office when that means leaving Mum on her own?
Dear Lesley I moved in with my elderly mother at the height of the pandemic as this made it easier to keep an eye on her. Plus I didn’t have to tell anyone at work how much she’d gone downhill or ask for time off for hospital visits etc. which felt a bit ‘career-limiting’. I just log on in the […]
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How to get a better night’s sleep
Collaborative Post Sleep is vital. And the more we learn about it, the more we realise just how essential it is. Any time you’ve had a bad night’s sleep you’ll know that your batteries haven’t been recharged properly. But get too little sleep long-term and it can lead to serious health problems including depression, becoming […]
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Does your elderly relative need you? Three things you may need to consider
Collaborative Post There may come a point in your life where an elderly relative needs you. This could be your parents, it could be your grandparents or whoever else that you are close to. The likelihood is that if they need your help, it’s because they now need more care in order to live their […]
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4 Myths About Ageing
Collaborative Post Myths may be popular, but they are not accurate. Indeed, ageing comes with its changes, giving rise to many famous but untrue perceptions about the process. Unfortunately, this has caused an unfound fear of ageing among many people. However, you don’t have to worry, as you can still live your best life. That […]
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How to Love Elderly People Without Saying It
Collaborative Post It’s not always easy to love someone who is elderly, especially if they have dementia or have difficulty communicating. But it is possible to show them your love without saying the words “I love you.” Below you will find several ways that you can demonstrate your care and concern for an older person. […]
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