Looking  after the grandchildren isn’t always easy Keep advice to a minimum Having had children yourself, you...

Dementia is a word used to describe a group of symptoms These include gradual loss of...

Are there legitimate things your Parents can do to avoid Inheritance Tax? Former Chancellor of the...

The benefits system is complicated but if you know where to look, there is financial support out there for the millions of unpaid carers in the UK. Here’s an introduction to what’s available with links to where you can find out more and apply for your entitlements.

Over £1bn was taken from Equity Release schemes in 2013 alone by the over 55’s in...

The Government expects that the  ‘digital by default’ agenda will save £1.7 billion to £1.8 billion...

Grandparents often go above and beyond the call of duty, especially in today’s society, when more...

  myageingparent.com has been set up by Alex Ingram and Deborah Stone Both of us lost...

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

Raising difficult issues with your elderly parent isn’t easy It may be becoming apparent to you that your...

Severe cold snaps can have dramatic effects on everyday life, especially for the elderly. Cold and wintry conditions can...

There could be a multitude of reasons why someone wants you to step in and help...

Falls are common in older people and the risk of falling increases with increasing age A...

Volunteering can give an older person a real sense of purpose and achievement Getting older can dramatically...

There are many organisations who can help your elderly parent to get out and about and there...

Getting outside for some fresh air on a breezy spring day, or the in the warmer...

It can be easy to lose confidence as you age. You may think your body is...

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Most people are familiar with traditional in-home pendant alarms for older people and their benefits. However,...

There is a wide variety of social care services available, primarily there to support people in...

We have ten extremely helpful, simple to do, tips for you to follow to stay healthy and...

Care & Repair England has produced a series of guides for people with long- term conditions...

Different ways to get additional support for carers Are you a carer for your ageing parent?...