5 Ways to Stay Close to Elderly Grandparents Today we're here to give you some tips on how to stay close to our grandparents. With loneliness on the rise in the UK, it is vital that the elderly are looked after and can feel needed by their friends and family members. Almost three-quarters, 73%, of elderly people in the UK are lonely, and more than half never speak to anyone about how they feel, according to the results of a 2018 survey. This is an incredibly sad statistic and something more awareness should be raised around. In light of these stats and the increasing feeling of …
Senior Discounts – Shopping & Entertainment
In this part of our senior discounts blog series, we look at the discounts that are available across different shops, both online and in-store. Plus, we've included some entertainment discounts. As an over-60 you can be entitled to up to 10% discount in certain stores, and receive some great offers, all of which we will discuss here today. We previously touched on all the offers that seniors can receive in restaurants. If you're not into eating out so much and want to save money in other ways, then read on as we talk shopping. Boots You may already know about the …
18 Activities for Over-60s in 2024
Digital Legacy: What It Is and How to Manage It
We live in a digital world. Every day we put more of ourselves online, and our digital interactions are becoming just as important as our physical ones. While our loved ones' physical assets can easily be passed down and preserved in the event of their passing, what happens to their digital data? What happens to the online-only photos, videos, and messages that they leave behind? If you want to protect your loved one's virtual footprint, you should consider creating a digital legacy plan. Who Needs a Digital Legacy? The simple goal of a digital legacy plan is to make it as easy …
Activities to Improve Memory in Later Life
As we age, a common worry is our memory. This is understandable when, statistically, one in fourteen over-65s develops dementia. This increases to one in six over-80s. Therefore, it's important to look after your brain during life. With that in mind, we have curated a list of activities to improve memory, especially in later life. Causes of Poor Memory Whilst dementia and Alzheimer's are a common worry, they're not the only source of poor memory. Fortunately, other causes of poor memory are usually treatable. They include: Poor Sleep A lack of sleep can affect the normal …
Benefits of Cycling
Are you looking for a new hobby? Want to improve your fitness without putting too much pressure on your body? Why not try cycling. Cycling might be the safest and most rewarding option for you. This article will share some of the benefits of cycling to help you get started. Why Try Cycling? It only takes two to four hours a week to accomplish an improvement to your health. Cycling is: Health Benefits of Regular Cycling Cycling is mainly an aerobic activity, which means your heart, blood vessels, and lungs all get a workout. You tend to breathe deeper, perspire more, and …
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