Many elderly people find themselves on a fixed income in later life. For most, this comes in the form of a pension or some kind of benefit. Unfortunately, this can make it difficult to keep up with ever-rising bills and payments. Elderly people can also find themselves with health issues which in turn can be costly, and make it even more difficult to save money. Even if your loved one is living comfortably and has some extra cash to spare, it's never a bad idea to try and reduce your bills, saving up more cash for a rainy day or special occasion! A study by Age UK found that …
Coronavirus In Care Homes – Risks and Restrictions
Recently, care homes have been hitting the headlines. The government's controversial handling of the coronavirus crisis has impacted care homes significantly. Many people accuse the government of failing to protect care home residents and staff from COVID-19. In some homes, the virus spread very quickly, leaving residents, staff, and visitors vulnerable. Even in homes where infections are low, many residents are still unable to have visitors. So, what has the government done to address coronavirus in care homes? Lack of Support Throughout the crisis, staff at many care homes have …
Assisted Living Facilities: Everything You Need To Know
It's never easy to realise that your loved one is no longer capable of living on their own. Even when we know it's time for a change, we might still feel anxious or guilty about it. When it comes to finding the right assisted living facility, it can be tough to know where to begin. Unfortunately, we don't always have a lot of time to think about our options. This is often because our elderly parent(s) might be at risk of injury or illness in their current situation. Therefore, it's better to be prepared in advance. So, is assisted living right for your elderly parent(s)? And what do …
How To Make A Careline Referral
A Careline365 alarm can give peace of mind to the alarm user and their loved ones. As our elderly parents and relatives get older, it's only natural to want to remain independent. This can come with its own set of worries and questions. At Careline365, we send help to our users quickly and efficiently when they need it most. Our prices are extremely competitive and 99% of our users are VAT-exempt so they do not have to pay tax on their equipment! If you think someone you know could benefit from one of our alarms, it's easy to make a Careline referral. How Do I Make a Careline …
Supporting Older Workers – Ageism in the Workplace
As we age, we all want to maintain our independence wherever possible. For most of us, retirement sounds like a well-needed rest, but there are many older people who find that retirement is not what they imagined. As a result, our elderly loved ones may have the desire to return to work. Despite stereotypes, older workers are able to offer fantastic contributions to employers. Mature workers hold a wealth of experience, knowledge, and expertise that not many younger workers are able to compete with. Unfortunately, this is not reflected in the workplace. Older workers take up a …
Change In The Law For Elderly Drivers?
The government recently set out a detailed action plan to address road safety issues. This may have an impact on our elderly loved ones and their ability to maintain independence. The plan means drivers over 70 may be required to take regular eyesight tests every three years, in order to maintain their licenses. Elderly drivers already have to renew their license at 70 and then continue to do so every 3 years after that. There is currently no test to take; they only have to declare that they are fit. The report explains the need for further investigation into vision issues which pose …
