It is widely acknowledged that moving house is among the most stressful experiences in life In...

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.

There are huge benefits for the elderly to keep on learning You’re never to old to...

Keeping your brain active and healthy is as important as keeping your body fit through exercise....

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

Public Health England’s (PHE) new ‘Be Clear on Cancer’ campaign urges people aged 50 and over...

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a national charity, founded in 1905 which provides support for...

Bathing Solutions have compiled together some of the best holiday destinations for older people to visit...

Arranging a funeral Because most people tend to avoid the subject of death and funerals, they...

As we grow older, we start to witness the unfortunate and often distressing decline of our...

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

You can now buy a perfectly good used mobility scooter for £150 to £250 on Ebay or...

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...

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

New research by www.stayinmyhome.co.uk*, the specialist live-in homecare website, which provides information on live-in as an...

We all want to know how to combat ageing Growing older is something that happens to...

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

Music in Hospitals aims to provide unforgettable live music experiences for the enjoyment and therapeutic well-being of older...

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

While many of our older relatives are hitting their prime, for some the everyday things that...

Dentist bills are a necessary evil if we want to keep on top of our oral...

For many, retiring to settle down in a place with warmer weather, different scenery and a change...

Over half (53%) of all cancers are diagnosed in people aged 50 – 74, with a...

The number of people who are getting divorced during their retirement years is on the increase....

It’s difficult to persuade older people to have care at home There is a fine line...

Mobile phones can be a very useful line of communication for older people and their children,...