A smiling elderly woman sits in an armchair in a care home whilst a younger woman stands beside her, kissing her on the forehead and holding her hand. A standard lamp and plant are in the background.

Care at home verses a care home – how to make an informed choice

By Beth Britton

December 1, 2025

Care at home verses a care home – how to make an informed choice

Homecare or care home? Beth Britton looks at the differences between the two main types of professional care services and provides tips and advice for families looking for care

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Free Wills Month: Why it’s important to have an up-to-date will

By Care Choices

February 28, 2025

Free Wills Month: Why it’s important to have an up-to-date will

Learn why writing a will matters and how Free Wills Month helps you plan for the future and protect your loved ones.

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A guide to creating effective dementia care plans for loved ones

By Lulu Hines

February 4, 2025

A guide to creating effective dementia care plans for loved ones

When it comes to arranging care and planning for the future, it is advisable to get a care plan in place to ensure your needs are met.

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The ultimate guide to downsizing your property

By We Buy Any House

October 10, 2024

The ultimate guide to downsizing your property

Planning to downsize? Read our ultimate guide for practical tips on moving to a smaller home and making the process smooth and stress-free.

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End of life and palliative care – and what is important for us all to think about at end of life

By Claire Henry MBE

May 8, 2024

End of life and palliative care – and what is important for us all to think about at end of life

In this guide to understanding palliative and end of life care, Claire Henry and Gina King, explain what you need to think about and where to find support.

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A beginner’s guide to online banking 

By Ellen Gibbs

October 31, 2023

A beginner’s guide to online banking 

Online banking can be a good way of managing your money, but also daunting if you are not familiar with the internet. Here's a comprehensive, easy-to-follow beginner’s guide to online banking.

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A Guide to making a Lasting Power of Attorney (‘LPA’)

By Gurvinder Sehra

April 25, 2023

A Guide to making a Lasting Power of Attorney (‘LPA’)

In this guide to making a Lasting Power of Attorney, Gurvinder Sehra, Partner at Kidd Rapinet LLP, shares her tips and explains their importance

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Wills: What To Be Aware Of

By Care Choices

November 28, 2022

Wills: What To Be Aware Of

Learn what to consider when making a will, from legal requirements to common pitfalls, to ensure your wishes are properly carried out.

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Everything you need to know about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

By Donna Holmes

April 15, 2021

Everything you need to know about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

Donna Holmes, sheds some light on Lasting Powers of Attorney. Find out what an LPA is, why they are important, and how to make one.

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9 things to think about before deciding to care for your elderly parents

By Juliette Millard

May 22, 2019

9 things to think about before deciding to care for your elderly parents

As your parents age, inevitably there will be tough decisions. Here are some things to consider when making the decision to care for your elderly parents.