Early retirement – Heaven or Hell?
You might have lots of good reasons for taking early retirement but have you considered the pros and cons? The pros The opportunity for a fresh start Putting the brakes on your full-time career doesn’t mean slowing down completely. More retirees than ever are working throughout their retirement. Many take on part-time jobs in a […]
Read MoreNostalgia, it ain’t what it used to be
My boiler recently stopped working and so with no central heating, I had to go back to lighting fires in the morning. It got me thinking how much life has changed since the 50’s and early 60’s and just how much we look back with rose tinted spectacles. In the 1950’s the smell of smoke […]
Read MoreGood Companions
Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton runs a Befriending & Reablement Scheme for older people in Sefton who are isolated or lonely. For older people who are less mobile or perhaps suffer from agoraphobia we provide a volunteer befriender to visit the person in their own home. For older people who are able to get out […]
Read MoreWhere can I take my dog?
Just over a quarter of households in Britain have a pet dog. In days gone by, having a dog was tremendously restrictive. It was difficult to find pubs and restaurants that would allow dogs in and almost impossible to find hotels that were dog friendly. Today all that has changed and particularly in tourist towns, […]
Read MoreDon’t fall for the equity release myths
More and more UK homeowners over the age of 55 are using their property wealth to fund their later-life ambitions, tax-free. However, there are still many myths surrounding equity release that don’t reflect the modern regulations. A Lifetime Mortgage is a specialist mortgage that allows you to release a portion of your home’s value as […]
Read MoreThe last taboo
Incontinence is one of the last taboos. We don’t talk about it and we are embarrassed if we suffer from it. Don’t despair, simple exercises (called Kegel exercises) can help to control it. Kegel exercises for men Find the right muscles.To identify your pelvic floor muscles, stop urination in midstream or tighten the muscles that […]
Read MoreDon’t struggle with daily living
If you are finding it difficult to manage some of the routine daily living tasks, please do not feel you have to struggle on; there are aids and adaptations you can get which may help. Sefton Council may be able to help if your home needs adapting because of mobility issues, frailty or disability. Providing […]
Read MoreBefriending & Reablement
Mr.N is a 78 year old gentleman who sadly lost his wife 4 years ago. He had never come to terms with her death and subsequently had become very depressed. He had tried Cognitive Behavioural Therapy but it had not helped. His depression, combined with some physical health issues had led to him becoming isolated […]
Read MoreDepression – It can happen to anybody
Have you lost interest in the activities you used to enjoy? Do you struggle with feelings of helplessness and hopelessness? Are you finding it harder and harder to get through the day? If so, you’re not alone and it may well be that you are suffering from depression. Depression can happen to any of us […]
Read MoreReducing The Disruptive Effects Of Sleeping In New Surroundings
Author: Jane Sandwood Getting a good night’s sleep is vital to our physical health and emotional well-being, and yet up to 50% of older adults report difficulties falling and staying asleep. Practising habits that can lead to a good sleep routine and a better night’s sleep include limiting distractions in your bedroom, sleeping on a comfortable […]
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