Quality of life
Discussing ideas to make the transition through retirement a good one for our parents now and ourselves later
3 basic laundry tips for large families
Collaborative Post As our loved ones age, they may start struggling to live independently, this may include not being able to do some basic tasks around the house, like laundry. Even though they want to stick to their habits and help around the home, carrying a laundry basket down to the basement can result in […]
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Mobiles for seniors – calls, text and WhatsApp
Product review When a mobile phone company specialising in technology for older users got in touch with us about our Christmas gift list, we set what we thought would be an impossible task. Yet Emporium had a potential solution. Our a real-life challenge A friend’s mother has moved into extended care accommodation where there are […]
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London Family Trip with Your Older Family and Friends
Collaborative Post A London family trip can be great fun for kids of all ages, and it’s even better when you can include your older family members. There are several places to visit, including the Tower of London, ArcelorMittal Orbit, and Madame Tussauds. For an alternative trip, you can visit Hamleys Toy Shop, which features […]
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Festive gift ideas for seniors
It’s been another tumultuous year, and we’ve decided for this year’s edition of our popular list of Christmas present idea for senior family and friends to focus on gifts that cheer. We’re delighted that we have been able to review many of these ideas, and we’ve clearly stated where we have been provided with a […]
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Protecting wildlife in the garden over winter
Once upon a time the most common animals you’d find scurrying about in the garden on autumn nights would be hedgehogs, foxes or even a badger. However, today hedgehogs, other mammals and many birds are on the decline, and the more we can do to help them survive through the winter, the better. With this […]
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Caring for older dogs: top tips to help you take care of your senior dog
Collaborative Post Just like their human companions, dogs slow down as they age and can start to suffer from elderly ailments, such as aching joints and deafness. Read our tips to help take care of your dogs in their senior years. Keep active Your dog might not be a playful puppy anymore, but that doesn’t […]
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Facing a cold, dark winter with potential power cuts
Do you remember the power cuts of the 1970s? I was at university and we used to gather in the kitchen with our duvets and sit the darkness out. It started out as novelty, but soon got pretty boring, not to say inconvenient. Now, with the possible threat of power cuts again this winter, what […]
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6 Tips for Pursuing Photography as a Hobby in Retirement
Retirement can be a time of great change. For many people, it can be a time when they suddenly have a lot more free time on their hands. There are so many things we say we’d love to learn if only we had time. If you’ve ever felt that way about learning photography, you’re in […]
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3 Tips for Setting Up Your Crafting Side Hustle
Collaborative Post Turning your hobby into a side hustle is a great way to bring in a little extra money each month. If you’re retired, you might find that you have more time on your hands than you know what to do with. Therefore not only will crafting give you a hobby, but when you […]
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The Importance of Staying Social as You Get Older
Collaborative Post As you get older, it’s important to stay social. There are many benefits, including reducing your risk of loneliness, improving your mental health, and keeping your brain sharp. Loneliness can be a major problem for older adults. A study published in the Journal of Gerontology found that loneliness is associated with a greater risk […]
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