myageingparent.com has teamed up with Grace Consulting to provide you with independent care advice to help find the...

The question we are asked most frequently is how to go about getting help for an...

On June 30th 2015, the government will cease to provide the Independent Living Fund (ILF), a...

The new Care Act 2014 is mainly concerned with adults and their adult carers and the...

If you’re over 60, a homeowner and you need to finance your long-term care, then a lifetime mortgage might be a suitable way for you to release some of the money tied up in your property. Take care though – these schemes don’t offer the best value for money, so they tend to be regarded as a last resort for homeowners.

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

New legislation on personal allowances From the 6th of April 2015  married couples and civil partners 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.

Although dementia is a relatively common disease, it is not an inevitable part of growing old....

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

Whether incontinence is a problem for you, or a worry for your parent, it is a...

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

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...

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

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

  Many people could benefit from a stairlift at home, but think that they cost too...

What are the types of problems the ageing need to see their GP about? Life can get...

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.

If you’ve opted to receive direct payments to pay for personal care services yourself, there are important things you should know – such as how to compare products and services and how to manage your budget effectively.

Care workers or personal assistants can help you live independently in your own home. They may be provided directly by your local council (or Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland), with everything arranged for you. But if you decide to appoint one directly, using your own money or with direct payments, there’s a lot to think about.

If the money you’ve been using to pay for your long-term care is running out, what are your options? Who can you turn to for financial support, and what could happen to you if you’re in a care home? Here’s what you need to know.

If you pay some or all of your own fees in a care home where you’re receiving care from a registered nurse or doctor, you might be entitled to Registered Nursing Care Contribution towards the cost of treatment. Typically this will reduce the amount you pay in fees, so it’s worth checking.

Here our myageingparent’s top ten tips for keeping your parent safe in their home. Watch our...

Don’t rush into any new arrangements to pay for your care costs before checking to see if you can claim on an existing insurance policy. Lots of us have taken out some kind of health insurance in the past, which might turn out to be a big help now.

If you’re over 65, own your home and need to fund your long-term care, you may...

Why choose live in care? Live in care is a modern solution, which helps relieve the...

If you disagree with your local authority’s decision not to pay for your care services – or you don’t think you’ve been offered enough support to meet your needs – you need to speak out.

There are several options for paying for elderly care Full funding: NHS will fully fund care,...