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If your partner used to manage the budget for some or all of the household finances, taking these on after they die can feel overwhelming. Follow these steps to find out how to take control of your money.

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Wearing a seat belt has been compulsory since 1983, however a recent study conducted by ICM...

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There is a new type of scam on the rise targeted against elderly people, so please...

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People use all kinds of technology in the home to make their lives easier. We might...

If your Mum or Dad uses a wheelchair to get around, either all the time or...

This great infographic gives a few, simple, quick tips on how to make a home safer for elderly...

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The rise in insolvency amongst pensioners is higher now than fifty years ago Pensioners are caught...

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Households with three generations living together are on the rise….not exactly surprising given increasing bills and lower disposable...

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Sheltered housing is popular, because it still provides the older person with some independence, yet with...