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If you’ve noticed an elderly family member or partner snoozes a lot during the day, it’s because they are likely not getting enough sleep at night. Sleep needs change …
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A study by Yale found that regular readers enjoyed a longer lifespan of up to two years. The research did not specify how reading books (the benefits applied only …
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If you want more independence than a care home offers, you have two alternatives: sheltered housing and extra care housing, also called assisted living. Both these options offer less …
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If you have been scammed, report it immediately. Even if you do not get your money back, you’ll ensure others do not fall victim to the same scam. You …
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You can’t know for sure how a loved one’s death will affect you. It can be more overwhelming than you expected and you might experience feelings you did not …
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Most of us are comfortable or at least we’ve made peace with growing old. We can openly talk about our retirement years, enjoying our sunset years travelling, playing with …
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If you are unable to afford basics such as clothes and furniture or you’ve been hit by an unexpected expense like a funeral or moving, you may be eligible …
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If you are planning to temporarily go abroad, it’s important to know which benefits you can still claim and how long. The country you are visiting, the reason for …
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Moving into a care home can be a distressing and anxiety-inducing experience. The secret to making the transition easier is lots of detailed planning. Have a strategy for everything …
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We all change as we go through life and get older. Our goals change, our priorities evolve and the things we value most go beyond the material stuff. This …
