Sometimes our loved ones need extra support. If they have a severe disability, whether due to age or a health condition, they may require someone to help look after them. In these circumstances, your loved one may be eligible for attendance allowance. What is Attendance Allowance? Attendance allowance is a benefit available to people over state pension age. It provides financial support to help pay for personal care or supervision. Your loved one can receive up to £92.40 a week depending on how much support they need. Eligibility for Attendance Allowance To receive …
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 …
Benefits of Tennis For Older People
In previous articles on the Careline blog, we've discussed various activities that can help you or your loved ones stay active as you get older. Today's blog post will focus specifically on one of the UK's favourite summer sports: tennis. You might think that tennis is a younger person's game, but don't be fooled! More and more people are continuing to play tennis well into their 60s. Some people are even picking up a racket for the first time in later life. Read on to learn the benefits of tennis for older people, as well as some important safety tips for older players. The History …
Mental Health Awareness: Elderly Suicide
There has been a real push in recent years to destigmatise mental health issues. This has been really helpful for the younger generation. However, we sometimes forget about the impact poor mental health can have on the elderly. There are many aspects of growing older that can make people feel isolated. In honour of World Mental Health Day, we wanted to share the signs to look out for to prevent elderly suicide. Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50. Although the rate of male suicide declines slowly between the ages of 44 to 64 years old, after this it begins to rise again. …
The Challenges of Living Far Away from Elderly Parents
Living far away from elderly parents can be an unsettling prospect for both the elderly and their children. In situations like this, concerns of health, finances, and independence can arise. However, there are several simple solutions that can resolve everyone's worries. In this article, we will be sharing several helpful tips to make the challenges of living far away from elderly parents a little less daunting. 1. Communication Loneliness is a serious problem for many older people in the UK. Adults living far away from elderly parents often worry that their loved ones may feel …
How To Deal With An Elderly Parent’s Difficult Behaviour
As our elderly parents age, certain conditions can cause changes in personality and behaviour. This is often just a natural part of life. However, there may be some occasions where it is necessary to step in and address your parent's behaviour. These conversations can be uncomfortable for all involved, particularly if your parent suffers from a condition like dementia. Nevertheless, it's important to try and help your parent to control their difficult behaviour. Today, we'll discuss a few common examples of behavioural issues in older adults and share our top tips for talking about …
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