finance
Reducing the cost of broadband
Collaborative Post When it comes to keeping bills low, it helps to keep broadband affordable. In this guide we’ll look at why tariffs get high and how to find better, cheaper options. Broadband is a vital service utility that has a monthly contract that needs to be managed and budgeted for. As another household expense, […]
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How we created our DIY Lasting Power of Attorney
This is our experience of using forms available online from the UK government to set up our Lasting Powers of Attorney – and why we’ve done it now. Why set up LPAs? We’ve seen a number of families left in limbo when their loved ones became unable to manage their own finances or make decisions […]
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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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The importance of having an up-to-date Will
Once we finally get around to writing a Will, it’s very easy to put it in a drawer, marked ‘Job done’, and forget about it. Our expert guest blogger explains why that approach could mean problems later, and why it’s important to make sure a Will is current and clear. The date of a Will, […]
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Financial, legal and lifestyle news for older citizens April 2021
Our regular round-up of news and views affecting seniors and their families. This issue includes High street banking Job losses Landline phones Scam alerts Risky investments Life after dementia diagnosis Alcohol and the lockdown Vitamins, exercise and Covid-19 Vaccine side-effects Care award winners Managing chronic pain Getting banking back into the high street Here’s a […]
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What to do when you are named as the executor of a will
By Jodie Wielgus, Ramsdens Solicitors One of the most important aspects of caring for an older relative or loved one is helping them sort out their financial affairs, ensuring they are able to enjoy their twilight years with peace of mind. This means helping them take care of their assets and obligations while they are […]
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The ultimate guide to avoiding online fraud in 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has given us the opportunity and challenge of introducing older family members to the pleasures and pitfalls of the internet. But avoiding the predators is a long-term task. And it won’t be an easy one for anyone who isn’t constantly up-to-date and alert to the latest attempts to steal their data and […]
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Heath, wealth and quality of life – news round up for older people
Here’s this week’s roundup of news and developments that affect our older family and friends: Lack of dental care available to care homes Care home good practice guide released Dental access crisis in Wales Virtual GP firms pushed to open real surgeries GP practices working together to offer vulnerable patients more time Leading NHS expert […]
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Latest caregiver news June 2019
Highlights of this week’s roundup of eldercare news include: Thousands missing out on NHS Continuing Healthcare funding in England and Wales TV licences for pension credit recipients only, but many could claim Financial abuse of vulnerable growing Dementia diagnoses rising, and more funding to find a solution Blue Badge parking scheme to be extended to […]
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Protecting older people from tax scams
Today’s scammers try to take on any persona possible to relieve the vulnerable of the contents of the bank accounts, or even their savings and investments. A particular favourite at the moment seems to be fake messages from the tax office, demanding payments or even offering to help with refunds from HMRC. What sort of […]
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