On 14 January 2013 the Government published a White Paper setting out proposals for State Pension reform for people reaching State Pension age in the future. But what does the proposed new single-tier State Pension really mean and how will if affect future pensioners? The main changes announced in...
In today’s modern world, it seems like everyone has access to the World Wide Web. For seniors, the opportunity for internet use is booming. In fact, the recent use of internet in the 65+ age group increased by 68.7% since 2011, according to the U.K. National Statistics. The internet offers a...
A DORSET care home brushed up on its 'owl-gebra' for a flying visit by three birds of prey. Residents at Colten Care's Amberwood House in Ferndown were introduced to a barn owl called Luna; Gizmo, awhite faced African scops owl, and Misty, a 12-week-old Chaco owl. They were brought...
A ‘Mad Hatters’ garden tea party prompted smiles all round as a Poundbury residential and nursing home celebrated Care Home Open Day. In a friendly competition, residents at Colten Care’s Castle View home donned a range of colourful hats with Joyce Garton declared the winner. She was presented with...
This month sees the launch of Age UK Bournemouth & Age UK Dorchester's Connecting Dorset project. The two charities are working together to use social media as a tool to tackle isolation and loneliness across the county. They aim to connect over 1000 people via a new online community....
Local solicitor, Chris Keenan from Humphries Kirk issues warning following FCA’s call to turn lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) fully digital · Proposals would remove the need for a physical ‘wet signature’ · Solicitors say this could lead to a drastic increase in cases of financial abuse Local solicitor...
Having spent a couple of years caring for my mother who recently died with Alzheimer's, I am now finding it near impossible to secure full-time employment. This leaves me wondering how many others are being overlooked in the employment market. There must be a wealth of experience out there...
