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How can all generations thrive in multi-age workplaces?

Intergenerational workforces are increasingly common as people live and work longer. Steve Butler of AAA members Punter Southall, says businesses can exploit the breadth of knowledge and experience they bring.

February 20, 2024
Explaining dementia to children

“Why doesn’t granny know me anymore?” This is the sort of question that a young child might ask when a grandparent is affected by dementia. Professor June Andrews explains how you can help young people in your family understand the condition.

January 21, 2024
Breaking down the taboos around terminal illness

A new book, “Going Gentle” by Dr Philip Graham, explores some of the key issues around a topic that all of us, at some point, have to face up to – and offers practical advice based on the experiences of those who have lost loved ones. Review by Tony Watts OBE

January 21, 2024
Make sure you top up your State Pension while you can!

Unsure if you’re on course to receive a full State Pension when you retire? Confused by whether or not it would be worth buying top-ups to fill any gaps? Then, says Richard Collinson, CEO of AAA members RetireEasy, read on.

January 20, 2024
The importance of community as we age

On the whole, writes Jo Volpe, Chief Executive Officer, Leeds Older People’s Forum, people want a healthy and happy later life – to have a “good innings” – and our local community groups are so vital for this as we age.

January 20, 2024
Travelling the bereavement journey

Alan Fairfax, in this blog kindly provided through AAA member Silver Marketing, explains how his life and his lifestyle have changed both since his retirement – and subsequently becoming a widower.

January 20, 2024
Retirement living: why is something that’s so badly needed struggling to fulfil its potential?

In a report produced in partnership with the Silver Marketing Association, specialist later life and property writer Tony Watts OBE interviews marketers from four leading retirement providers to find out the challenges to increasing sales… and the solutions being applied.

January 20, 2024
A dozen benefits of older workers to employers

With labour and skills shortages across employment sectors and to mark Older Workers Week at the end of November, Chris Walsh, Chief Executive of Wise Age sets out 12 of the great reasons to employ older people.

December 4, 2023
Whither an Age Friendly London?

After many years work, effort, and lobbying, London finally has an Age Friendly Action Plan. But, asks Tim Whitaker, a Trustee of Wise Age, will the plan make a difference and lead to concrete improvements in the lives of older people?

December 3, 2023
Want to carry on working in good health? Try thinking flexibly!

When do you plan to retire? Whatever age it is, you’ll want to reach that point in good health in order to enjoy your retirement to the full. Changing the way you work could just help you do that… By Tony Watts OBE

December 3, 2023

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