Search Results for: insurance

Claiming on insurance to cover elderly care costs

20 Aug 14

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.

Is annual travel insurance best for older people?

17 Dec 13

It has become a common belief over recent years that annual travel insurance will save you...

Reduce Confusion about elderly Health and Life Insurance

04 Sep 13

Nothing seems straightforward anymore. The older we get, the more confusing things seem to be. Technology...

How to register elderly disabled

04 Jun 18

The actual process of disability registration does vary for each local authority so first please contact...

Driving Issues for Older People

28 May 18

As people age, their driving abilities inevitably change. However, by reducing risk factors and incorporating safe...

Key questions to ask homecare providers

23 Apr 18

Choosing a home care provider is a critical task. The following questions may help you select...

Top tips for buying a retirement home

05 Aug 17

What is retirement housing? Most retirement housing are available to people over the age of 60...

Are private health insurers ripping off older people?

08 Jun 17

Taking out private health insurance is costly, but are older people being penalised unnecessarily? You might...

Top tips for travelling with Older Parents

14 Apr 17

Just because parents get older, doesn’t mean they want to stop being active, as it’s enjoyable...

Benefits and tax in retirement

22 Mar 17

Research has revealed* that more than £5 billion of means-tested benefits go unclaimed by retired people...

Funding to adapt older parent’s home

07 Feb 17

You may be able to stay at home longer if your house is adapted to meet your care needs. And there’s financial support available.

Keeping minds active benefits elderly

11 Dec 16

Many studies have shown that keeping minds active keep the elderly fit and well and has...

Ten key questions you must ask your older parents

25 Nov 16

As our parents age, yet remain in good health, it’s easy to avoid having the conversations...

Jargon-free A-Z of elderly care terminology

15 Jul 16

When your parents age and you have to start dealing with the problem associated with old...

How the ‘internet of things’ will change family care

15 Mar 16

Even though the internet has only been around in the UK for less than 20 years,...

Help someone with dementia with a good cup of tea

08 Mar 16

The fear of dementia is real. The thought of losing your memory and judgement abilities is...

Self-funding long-term care

28 Jan 16

Few of us can afford to pay the high cost of long-term care out of our...

Top 7 tips to keep your home warm and dry this winter

12 Jan 16

Whilst much of the UK is currently experiencing record mild temperatures for December, it’s also worth...

Help and support for carers

15 Dec 15

There are nearly 7 million carers in the UK and over the next 30 years, this...

Tips on filing your tax return

08 Dec 15

The deadline for completing a paper Tax Return has now passed, but don’t panic! There is...

Book one-to-one computer lessons in your own home

24 Nov 15

Enter your postcode or town to find your nearest tutor   We Are Digital has the largest...

Top five myths and facts surrounding Lasting Power of Attorney

26 Oct 15

When faced with the reality of a loved one losing mental capacity, a family may have...

Top practical tips for remarriage and civil partnerships

06 Oct 15

More and more people are getting married after a divorce or bereavement, which is very exciting, but it...

What are your employment obligations when taking on a carer?

05 Aug 15

There seems to be a general misconception that carers working in a private home can be...

How to hire a home carer

29 Jul 15

Many families are facing a future in which a parent will need continuing care. As online...

Book one to one computer lessons in your own home

23 Jul 15

myageingparent.com has teamed up with We Are Digital, the UK’s leading provider of at home computer training,...

Using lifetime mortgage to pay for elderly long-term care

18 May 15

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.

Holiday options for older people

09 Apr 15

Everyone needs a break from the usual routine and that includes your retired older parents too....

Practical steps to consider for funding elderly care

25 Mar 15

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

Disclaimer

This directory is provided for information purposes only. Inclusion in the directory does not endorse, recommend or imply any approval of the providers listed on this site. Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this directory are accurate, despite this myageingparent.com cannot, and does not, assume liability for any errors or omissions. The content of this website and directory are provided for information purposes only and does not represent legal or any other professional advice.

Add your company to our directory

Shop Online - view all

Fannypants

Fannypants® is an award winning brand for incontinence underwear. It comes with removable, washable and reusable…

Find out more

Fresh Start

Get a good night’s sleep with Fresh Start adjustable beds.

Find out more

Heathcote and Ivory

Heathcote and Ivory offer wonderful hand creams, toiletries and scents. Try some today.

Find out more