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 …
Trace Your Family Tree: Activities for Older People
This winter, we're all looking for ways to keep ourselves busy. Lots of popular activities for older people simply aren't possible during the winter. However, we've got one activity in particular to recommend today: tracing your family tree. Television programmes like Who Do You Think You Are? and Long Lost Family have inspired lots of people to start researching their history. Whether you choose to use a genealogy service or knuckle down for some research by yourself, we're here to talk you through how to trace your family tree. Do It Yourself or Use a Service? Nowadays, there are …
What You Need to Know Before Investing Money
Later in life, many of us must consider what options are available to us in terms of how we use our money. Most people would like to reap the rewards of the money they have. This is why a lot of people turn to investing. The prospect of investing money for the first time can feel like a minefield, so we wanted to break down some of your options and look at the risks and rewards of each. What is an Investment? An investment means storing your money where it will hopefully earn interest. An investment is always a gamble though, and it is crucial to understand this fully before you …
How to Spot Fake News: Fact Checking on the Internet
The news moves so fast these days. From social media to live updates on news websites and 24-hour news channels on television, we're more informed than ever. The days of waiting for the morning paper to learn the headlines are behind us. However, with so much information out there, it isn't always easy to tell fact from fiction. So-called 'fake news' is pretty common on the internet. Before you share that news article or Facebook post, how can you be sure it's actually true? Today, we'll be giving you a guide to fact-checking on the internet. Keep reading to learn how to spot fake …
What is NHS Continuing Healthcare?
When we require care, we are often required to pay towards it. However, some of us may be eligible to have our care paid for through NHS continuing healthcare. What is NHS Continuing Healthcare? Continuing healthcare is a package provided by the NHS for those with “primary health needs”. NHS continuing healthcare covers the costs of the support you need. Those who receive care at home will have the costs covered; if in a care home, the NHS will pay for your fees. Eligibility You can receive NHS continuing care if you have any ongoing significant physical or mental health …
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 …
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