Retirees of today didn’t grow up with advanced technology. And because we aren’t what they call ‘native users’ (where an ability has been acquired at birth/a very young age) it certainly makes it harder for us to adapt to all…
Tradition is that when it comes to giving our home a good ‘spruce up’, we do it as the months begin to warm us from our winter hibernation. And while some theories relate it to particular religious holidays (such as…
Can you believe it? Christmas is just around the corner! And while this is typically a time to spend with friends and family, unfortunately it isn’t always possible. But whether your loved ones live far away, or Covid restrictions will…
There are many myths about retirement village living, but they don’t do anyone any favours - so it’s time for the truth to come out. Here’s what it is really like living in a retirement village like Highgrove. Myth 1.…
If chicken soup is good for the soul, what other foods are good for our bodies in winter? The answer is, plenty! And more than any other time of the year, the right nourishment is so important to help us…
Having the grandkids to stay is a lot of fun, but winter can be hard when it comes to keeping them busy. You don’t want them to sit in front of the TV all day, but outdoor activities are often…
Deciding to move home can be overwhelming. There are so many things to consider and organise - but here’s a little secret, you don’t actually have to do everything at once. If you take your time to plan it all…
When another birthday rolls around, it’s hard to not think of it as something negative, because for some reason aging isn’t seen as a good thing. But we’re here to tell you that it’s time to start celebrating that annual…
Hygge (pronounced ‘hoo-guh’) is a Danish word meaning cosiness, a gentle warmth of belonging and comfort. With hygge embedded in the Danish way of life, it is no surprise that despite the long and freezing winters, Denmark remains one of…
Thinking 2020 is the year to go green? Last year was full of conversations about climate change and how we are treating our planet. The amount of information, discussion, debate and controversy can feel overwhelming in the face of such…