Family
How do the children, grandchildren, friends and other relatives find a way to work together to support older people?
The Importance of Making the Most of your Life Today
Collaborative Post Life is so precious. We only get one of them, so it’s always important to make the most of it. Yet, we can get set in our ways and feel like we’re living life on autopilot. When that happens, life can feel pretty small. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. When […]
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Starting Over at 60: Redefining Identity After Divorce
Collaborative Post When you spend decades building a life around shared experiences, routines, and a unified identity, seeing that foundation crumble can feel utterly disorienting. You probably never anticipated navigating this profound change at this stage of life, yet here you are, confronting a future that looks vastly different from the one you planned. Facing […]
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Understanding Different Types of Car Seats
Collaborative Post Car seats are essential for keeping children safe whenever they travel. They are convenient and necessary for protecting young passengers on short and long journeys. Most parents would not consider leaving home without one, and for good reason. Understanding the different types of car seats helps parents make informed decisions. Not every seat […]
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When Family Structures Change but Elderly Care Needs Remain
Collaborative Post Family structures have changed dramatically over recent decades, with baby boomers approaching retirement with more varied marital histories than previous generations. These shifts create unique challenges when elderly care responsibilities intersect with family breakdown. Many adults find themselves navigating the complicated terrain of separation or divorce while simultaneously managing the care needs of […]
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5 Easy Ways to Cut Broadband Costs for Your Business
Collaborative Post Running a business today without broadband is almost unthinkable. From handling customer enquiries and processing payments to keeping teams connected through video calls, the internet is at the heart of daily operations. Yet many companies end up paying more than they need to, often because contracts roll over unnoticed or packages include features […]
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How do I cope with being called back to the office while my mother needs me?
As demand grows for employees to go back to the office after spending the post-Covid period mostly working from home, carers are facing conflict. Nia has been supporting her mother with a little help from a paid carer, but is now struggling to balance her mother’s needs with her own career. Dr Lesley Trenner offers […]
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Reducing Your Business Water Bills – What to Look Out For
Collaborative Post Every business needs water. It is used in kitchens, bathrooms, cleaning and often in production. But while it is essential, it can also cost a lot. Watching how it is used and cutting waste can lower bills without affecting day-to-day work. Understand How Water Is Used Before changing anything, know where the water […]
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How to truly clock off when you work from home
Collaborative Post Working from home is quite a genius way to live your life. You don’t have to leave the house to achieve career success, and you’ve got a lot more flexibility in the way you use your working hours. Indeed, you could do the 9 to 5 or the 5 to 9 or even […]
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Caring across the miles: how to support elderly loved ones when you live far away
Collaborative Post When you live far from an elderly parent or other relative, it’s natural to feel a mixture of concern and guilt. You want to be there for them, but geography gets in the way. However, while it’s not the same as popping round for a cup of tea, there are still plenty of […]
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Parenting Advice: How to Help Your Daughter Find the Perfect Prom Outfit
Collaborative Post Understanding a teenager’s thoughts and adherence to trends can be challenging as a parent, especially when it comes to our daughters. The pressure of social media can be triggering for children around this age, as they want to be the best version of themselves early on, with the perfect face and body. However, […]
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