Quality of life
Discussing ideas to make the transition through retirement a good one for our parents now and ourselves later
Mother’s Day gift list 2023 for senior mums
Hand up, I use that title to get the attention of the search engines. But really, our Mother’s Day gift list is for any mum of any age. We don’t believe that the over 70s have less need for joy than younger people. We can all do with a bit of being appreciated. So here […]
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The Greatest Gifts for Grandad: The Birthday Edition
Your grandad is probably right at the heart of your family. He’s the patriarch (in a good way) of your clan, and you probably have a lot to thank him for. He and your gran probably babysat you when you were just a little thing; they took you to the park and for ice cream […]
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How to master ‘inclusive chic’ in a home
What do you visualise when you think of an accessible home? Freedom? Independence? Style? Unfortunately, people often think they must choose one or the other; and in many people’s minds the idea of home adaptations conjures the image of institutional drab instead of inclusive chic. Vaila Morrison RIBA, Inclusive Design Expert for stairlift and home lift […]
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Tips for Learning to Drive in Later Life
Collaborative Post Learning to drive is typically an endeavour undertaken at a young age – either the moment you hit the legal driving age, or at your earliest convenience as a young adult. The younger you are, the quicker you are to learn and the easier you will pick up the skill of a lifetime. […]
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Five ways to feel nostalgic
Collaborative Post From remembering happier days during a tough period to ‘who remembers’ memes, nostalgia flits in and out of our lives in various ways. Yet there are also times when we might want to deliberately foster this special feeling — so what are some ways we can do so? Whether you’re looking for nostalgic […]
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How to Organize a Spring Clean for Your London Home
Collaborative Post It’s that time of year again, and you know what that means. It’s spring cleaning season! Whether you live in London or not, now is the perfect time to get your home spick and span. And what better way to do it than with a good old-fashioned spring clean? In this blog post, […]
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10 best family attractions in Portsmouth, UK
Collaborative Post Are you looking for fun ways to entertain the family? Are you planning a trip to Portsmouth, UK and want to know what attractions are worth checking out? Look no further! We’ve rounded up the 10 best family attractions in Portsmouth, UK. From castles and gardens to museums and galleries, there’s something for […]
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How to Archive and Organise Family Photos
Collaborative Post For senior family members in particular, photographs of their loved ones are treasured keepsakes to be handed down over the years. But as technology has developed, so has the means by which we archive and protect these recollections for future generations. With the advent of digital cameras and storage devices, it is now […]
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5 Home Renovation Tips for Moving in Elderly Relatives
Collaborative Post The time may come when our relatives can no longer care for themselves in their own homes. When this happens, you might decide that the best solution is to move them into your home. Of course, this is not only a significant undertaking on your own family life, but it may require modifications […]
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Tips on How to Write a Sports Event Review as a Retired Person
Collaborative Post Retirement should feel like a reward after a long life of working. However, it may get boring at times. Keeping yourself busy turns into a full-time job unless you find an appropriate hobby. One needs something easy to master, entertaining, somewhat challenging, and maybe even financially rewarding. Among all the things a retiree […]
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