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  1. Living abroad after retirement

    things you should consider first, especially when it comes to your finances.  With so many choices, finding a country and area to settle in can be difficult. Here are some steps to help you narrow ... arrangements with some countries that may offer you certain healthcare entitlements.  The NHS provides a  country-by-country guide  on how to access healthcare abroad Whilst living abroad

  2. New UK survey reveals our beliefs about staying sharp in later life

    keep our brains healthy. If you are unsure what these are, a number of resources outline lifestyle choices we can make to maintain or improve our thinking skills in later life.  Age UK's Staying Sharp ... skills like memory and problem solving in later life. If you have any further questions, your GP or the NHS website would also be a good source of support. What’s more, it’s essential that professionals

  3. How to look after your feet

    that fit well – high-sided shoes with low heels, thin soles and a good grip are a great choice. Where possible, avoid wearing high heels. Wear slippers that have a good grip and fasten up – ... podiatry appointment on the NHS. A podatrist (also known as a chiropodist) can treat most common problems successfully. Contact your doctor to see if you're eligible for NHS treatment. You could also pay

  4. New coalition to build homes that work for everyone

    thing, it still matters that we build the right homes in the right places offering real housing choices for everyone, especially those who are in the rental market. Most pressingly we need more new council ... would be relatively inexpensive  — and but at the same time could result in major savings for the NHS and social care system. The HoME campaign launched at a critical time when the Government was considering

  5. Things to consider when COVID restrictions end

    the NHS’s ability to accommodate people with coronavirus. If hospitalisations continue to rise less steeply, it follows that cases can be allowed to rise higher before the ability of the NHS to cope ... become seriously ill with the virus itself. What does this mean for us all as individuals and the choices and decisions we need to make about how we live our lives? During the next few months, it will be

  6. How to support older people in 2025

    rise in living costs . In some cases, financial insecurity has led to older people making difficult choices, such as deciding between heating and eating during the colder months. Financial pressure is likely ... concerns as we move into 2025, there is hope for positive change. The NHS 10 Year Plan seeks to address some of the issues that the NHS is currently facing. While we know this won’t fix things overnight

  7. Risk for older people in the community from coronavirus

    hands afterwards. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Up to date guidance is available from the NHS here . 3. The risk to you of coronavirus if you catch it About 1 in 100 people who have coronavirus ... keeping our website up to date with the latest information about coronavirus to help you make informed choices that are right for you.

  8. A time for thanks

    frustrating, but it will be because what’s going on with the virus leaves the decision makers with no choice. Whatever happens I hope we will resist the temptation to ‘shoot the messenger’ – ... providing a vital public service, whoever actually employs them. And last but not least there’s the NHS and everyone who works in it: the doctors and nurses obviously but so many others as well – porters

  9. GP services for older people

    English. Some surgeries offer online service, which you can use to book appointments with a GP of your choice, cancel appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view your summary care record. Speak to the ... you can contact your local integrated care board .  Find out more about online services on the NHS website You can register with a GP surgery over the phone, online or in person. You don't need proof

  10. Dental services for older people

    regularly. If you’re on certain benefits you can receive free NHS treatment or you might be eligible for help through the NHS Low Income Scheme. To keep your teeth and gums healthy, it’s important ... availability, as some dentists have a waiting list for NHS appointments and some might not be able to take on new NHS patients at all.  Find a dentist on the NHS website Your area might also have a dental access

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