With the Paralympics well underway, a local care home has decided to host their own version of the sporting tournament.
Residents and team members at Care UK’s The Potteries, on York Road, brought Paris to Poole as it opened its doors for local people to enjoy their version of the...
What are winter fuel payments?
Winter fuel payments are a state benefit for pensioners that are designed to help with their heating bills. They were introduced in 1997 by the last Labour government and have been available to everyone in the UK (and some countries beyond) who has reached state...
An 89-year-old care home resident in Poole has rekindled her cherished memories of being a Girl Guide by rejoining the club.
Thanks to the efforts of the team at Care UK’s The Potteries, on York Road, and her daughter, Cathy, Sheila La Riviere’s wish to don the Girl Guide uniform...
Retirement is a time for freedom, travel and pursuing long-held dreams. But with the current state pension age in the UK set to rise to 67 by 2028 and many yearning for an early escape from the daily grind, careful planning is more crucial than ever. Recent research showed that more than five...
If you want to stop someone from chatting you up or engaging in conversation with you, here are some polite and effective ways to do so:
Direct Approach: Be honest and upfront about not being interested. A simple "I'm sorry, but I'm not interested in chatting right now" can be...
Losing a loved one is never an easy experience. No amount of prior experience with bereavement can properly prepare you for the next time a dear friend, relative or lover is taken from you – and sometimes grieving is not the only thing left for you to do. In...
The digital revolution continues to transform the banking world. Customers rarely need to make the trip to a local bank. You can complete most tasks remotely instead.
Online banking came first, and now mobile banking has taken the industry by storm. But is it as safe as many people assume?...
The advent of the internet has revolutionised various aspects of our lives, and one significant change is the way people seek companionship. Online dating has become increasingly popular across all age groups, including the elderly. While the digital realm provides opportunities for seniors to connect with potential partners, it...
Hitting the half-century mark can be a mix of emotions. Some of us might feel a sense of achievement, while others might be filled with reflection. Whatever your sentiments, one thing remains clear: understanding how to age well can profoundly influence the quality of your later years.
Whether it's tweaking...
I know I shouldn’t have done this, but I am 83 years old and I was in the McDonald’s drive-through this morning and the young lady behind me leaned on her horn and started mouthing something because I was taking too long to place my order. So when I...
