Elderly Care
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Choosing parents' care home 'most stressful' life decision
Finding the right care home for elderly parents is the most stressful decision most of us will ever make, according to a new survey. The small poll of 259 British adults revealed that 84 per cent were worried about choosing a care home for their
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Choosing the right care home
Pic: Alamy When an elderly parent or relative becomes unable to safely live in their own home, a care home may be the best option. Unfortunately, some homes have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. So can you check that your relative
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Power of Attorney - why you should plan for the future
Pic: Shutterstock / linerpics Nobody likes to think about the day they might develop an illness that means they are unable to make decisions, and it can be a difficult conversation to have with loved ones. But should you suffer a stroke, develop
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Elderly care - understanding your options
Pic: Getty As our parents or close relatives age, it is often the case that day-to-day living alone becomes more and more difficult. But needing care doesn't mean having to live in a care home. In fact there are many different options
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Care home costs leave three out of four with no inheritance
The rising cost of care homes in the UK is eating away at many Britons' inheritance, a new report has claimed. Pic: Getty According to a study by the NFU Mutual insurance group, three out of four Brits whose parents have had to go into a
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Stay warm this winter - tips for the elderly
With fuel bills on the rise, the prospect of a long, cold winter is a major concern for many, particularly the elderly who are vulnerable to the chill. If you are worried about how to keep warm this winter, here are a few tips. Top related
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The importance of arranging Lasting Power of Attorney
Lasting Power of Attorney gives your loved ones the ability to manage your finances should you no longer be capable of doing so. Dementia affects one in five people and costs the economy over £23 billion each year according to Saga Homecare,
