It’s so important to talk to your parent about care issues, so that you can: Understand...

Shirley Ayres discusses her views on digital technology to enhance social care There has been considerable debate about the role...

We all need a little unbiased, expert advice from time to time, and there’s no more important time than when you’re working out how to pay for long-term care – for yourself or a loved one. Read on to find out what an independent care-fees adviser can do for you, how they are paid and how to go about choosing one that’s right for you.

It may be getting to the stage when your parent or relative is finding it difficult...

Leaving a financial legacy to children, or to a charity is a common wish for many...

Dimbleby Cancer Care was set up in 1966 in memory of broadcaster Richard Dimbleby and is based...

Trying to make sensible decisions about how to fund care is very difficult, especially when you...

The key criteria for choosing the right home 1.       Take as much time as you can...

Investment bonds are not considered the best option to pay for your long-term care. There is no guarantee that the return from your investment will meet your care costs and you have to tie up your money for a long time. However, in some circumstances they can be helpful. Read on to find out more and consider the pros and cons.

When it comes to caring for an elderly parent, we all want to ensure they are...

The majority of us will need to help our parents find the right care for them...

Making a complaint to any organisation can be difficult, time consuming and stressful, so these tips...

Caring for ageing parents can put a huge strain on families, particularly those people who may...

P has been keeping a close eye on his 90 year old mother for the last...

If you’re wondering how you can get help with your care home fees, this helpful guide...

We spoke to Matt Barbet at Channel 5 about the inadequacies of short home care visits...

Care fees and funding is a very complex and confusing area. You and your parent may...

When our parents need long-term care, whether care is delivered in their own home or a...

Listen to our interview on Radio Tess with Mike Parr, where we discuss how older people...

A crisis has happened either unexpectedly or, more likely, has built up over a period of...

What is Coaching? Coaching helps you handle what life throws at you Sometimes things gets tough…...

myageingparent.com spoke to Sky news about care home closures, why they are sometimes necessary and how...

Being a carer is tough and sometimes you really need to take a break, even if...

A new report, backed by Esther Rantzen and the Patients Association, has identified the care choice...

The ability to provide reliable care at home without vast numbers of staff being involved is...

Read The Guardian’s amazing interactive guide to care, with comment from myageingparent, who are featured a...

Caring for someone can take its toll on your physical and mental health, social life, career and relationships. Taking time out to look after yourself is important if you’re to continue supporting yourself and the person you’re caring for. Here are some of the different types of support available.