Detectives are appealing for the public’s help to identify fraudsters who scammed two elderly Bridport residents into handing over thousands of pounds.
Sometime between 10am and 10.30am on Wednesday 9 December 2020 the first victim – a woman aged in her 70s – received a phone call from someone purporting...
Dorset Council declared a climate and ecological emergency in May 2019. Sincethen they have been gathering facts and writing a strategy and action plan. The Strategy and Action plan are now out for public consultation until 20th January 2021.
Dorset Action with a range of partner organisations have come together to hold online People’s Assemblies to help people have...
Many of us have experienced technophobes and this made me giggle.
‘Please make this shareable.'
‘I can’t. This is a private Facebook group.'
‘So how can I share it then?‘
'You can’t. This is a private Facebook group.'
‘Why not? Where’s the ‘Share’ button gone? Is there a problem with Facebook?’
‘No. Facebook is functioning...
I retired at age 55. That was 8 years ago. Here are some of the things I noticed and learned.
Retirement is not like vacation. In retirement you have a different relationship with time. Vacations are usually time limited and you are aware of this while on vacation. The realization...
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...
People with coughs and colds should avoid seeing elderly relatives to protect them from a surge in winter viruses, health officials have advised.
The message from experts is: if you feel unwell, stay at home.
The guidance was issued as Britons prepare for their least restricted Christmas since COVID curbs and subsequent guidance...
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...
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...
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...
The colour scheme, fabric textures and even the layout of a home can vastly improve the wellbeing of vulnerable older people in Dorset, say experts from the care provider Agincare. Based on their expertise, Agincare have compiled some fascinating home improvement and interior design tips that can...
