Previously, we've shared the best discounts for over-60s when it comes to shopping and restaurants. In this article, we will be looking at the best over-60s discounts in the world of entertainment and leisure. Let's dive in! Cinema Discounts for Over-60s Did you know that certain cinemas offer discounted tickets to elderly customers? Odeon cinemas across the nation offer special screenings for over-60s, for as little as £3.50. As part of the Silver Cinema scheme, there are screenings at quieter times for elderly viewers. They even provide tea, coffee, and biscuits with your …
Deprivation of Assets – Everything You Need to Know
Deprivation of assets: what is it? And more importantly, how does it affect you? If your local authority is arranging social care for you or your elderly parents, you need to know the rules around deprivation of assets. Keep reading to find out what you need to know. What is Deprivation of Assets? If you need social care, such as help at home from a carer or moving into a care home, you have a couple of options. You can select your own care provider and pay for care yourself, or you can go through the local authority and receive social care funding if you're eligible. If you …
Plan Ahead – Power of Attorney
At some point in life, your loved one may not be able to make their own decisions. When this happens, they may require you to make decisions for them. Although it's a difficult situation to think about, it can be made easier through planning ahead. If your loved one may soon be unable to make decisions regarding health or financial matters, it may be time to put a power of attorney in place. Power of attorney is a legal document that gives a person the authority to take care of the finances of someone who no longer can. It could be that they have become incapacitated or are in …
5 Ways to Show Grandparents You Care
At Careline365, we think it's important to show your grandparents that you love them all year round. It shouldn't just be birthdays and Christmas when you pop round to see them or send them a gift. If you're not sure where to begin, we've got five ideas below on how to treat your grandparents with respect and care all year round. 1. Plan a Day Out If you're lucky enough to live close by your grandparents, spend a day with them. Why not plan a fun day of activities just for them? Ask them what they would like to do and go from there. Give them the chance to pick an …
Teaching Modern Technology to Your Elderly Loved Ones
It isn't always easy to keep up with the latest technology. This is especially true for lots of older people who weren't brought up with all the gadgets we see today. While more and more over-60s are now embracing modern technology, the digital divide between generations remains rather wide. According to 2021 statistics, 65% of people over 65 own a smartphone, while 55% of people over the age of 75 use the internet. There has also been a rise in the number of over-75s using tablets. The elderly are even getting social, with around 3 million people aged over 65 in the UK signing up …
Top 5 Mobility Scooters
There comes a point in many of our lives where getting around just isn’t as easy as it once was. Despite the increased struggle, this shouldn’t stop you from doing daily activities and maintaining your independence. Many people turn to mobility aids to help them get about more easily and ensure their quality of life doesn’t decline. With technology advancing every day, developments are always being released. Mobility scooters were originally very heavy and slow pieces of equipment. Thankfully, this is no longer the case. Mobility scooters now allow you to move around much more …
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