Quality of life
Discussing ideas to make the transition through retirement a good one for our parents now and ourselves later
Is it time to upgrade your parent’s boiler?
Collaborative Post The winter causes concern for anybody with elderly parents, especially those living in their own home. There may be a reluctance on their behalf to move out of their home, placing a certain emphasis on their children to ensure they are warm and safe as the colder weather kicks in. We explored this […]
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Four tips when downsizing your home
Collaborative Post Downsizing your home will come at a time where your children may have flown the nest, or you’re nearing retirement and want to sell up any assets you have in the form of investments and property. When it comes to your home, you’ll often find yourself needing less space for just yourself or […]
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The best brain games for seniors
Keeping those little grey cells active is more important than ever as people age. Intellectual engagement, such as playing brain games, has been shown to improve cognitive function (mental ability) in seniors. Not only can this prevent the onset of or the worsening of dementia, but it can benefit seniors’ health by helping individuals function […]
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How can Extra Care accommodation work for your older family members?
Needing a little more support when getting older doesn’t have to mean heading directly to a care home, or even needing a carer to visit several times a day. There are various options for moving to a more manageable home within a community, where people can befriend and support each other. In some cases there […]
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How to talk to older people about their driving
Collaborative Post Talking to an older person about his or her driving can be difficult. You might think it’s time they stopped driving for safety reasons or would like them to at least have some refresher lessons or tests to ensure they’re fit to drive. If you’re concerned about the driving of an older close […]
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Keeping the family connected with computer games
With seasonal festivities on the horizon, it’s time to plan for family get togethers – whether they’re real or virtual. If being in the same home isn’t going to be possible, then how can we connect our older family members with our own household, and particularly the grandchildren? Here are a few free, easy and […]
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What should you consider when your elderly relative is moving in?
Collaborative Post Moving home is considered one of the most stressful things in any adult’s life. It is no wonder then that an elderly relative moving into your home can also be a challenging time for both them and you. There are a lot of adjustments that may need to be made to ensure your […]
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Virtual tours and experiences for seniors
The need to stay at home during the pandemic has brought about a new focus on how to connect to and view the world through the wonders of technology. Now many of us are very comfortable with using virtual experiences to stay close to loved ones and being able to continue enjoying the world. Although […]
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Christmas gifts for seniors 2020
Check out our 2023 gift guide for seniors for the latest suggestions. Finding a gift that will be appreciated by our older family and friends can be tricky. In our annual round up of present ideas we try hard to find ideas that are original, fun or luxurious. Our latest 2022 gift guide for parents […]
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What to wear to enjoy the autumn chill
The National Trust is expecting a gloriously colourful autumn in 2020, as the heat of the summer encourages trees to turn red and golden. That’s an excellent reason to get out for a walk as much as possible now. It doesn’t have to be a visit to the grand landscapes of the National Trust. In […]
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