Physical strength-building is key as we get older and can prevent falls and bone-breaking. It also furnishes benefits such as wellbeing and social interaction
And an Aer Lingus passenger’s story highlights the importance of travel insurance even for short-haul trips
While the law bans discrimination, including ageism in the workplace, it remains a significant concern in Ireland due to the generational divide
There are a million people aged over 60 in the State; it is important to address ageism
An innovative pedagogic move brings the young and old together in a win-win for everyone
Downsizing may be seen as a way of freeing up houses for younger families but finding the right-size home amid housing shortages is a greater challenge for older people
Lower energy and heating costs, less maintenance and a better, safer layout – there are many reasons to change house in later life
Cash is here to stay, says Minister for Finance, as Government seeks to ensure people can continue to access cash
The Christmas Campaign of Friends of the Elderly wants people to phone older relatives and friends over the festive period. Loneliness can have harmful physiological effects
A national policy on ‘rightsizing’ is in the works to allow more of us to live independently in our communities for longer
More and more people are choosing to use their good health and curiosity to put off retirement
Ireland’s average weekly rent has increased by 37 per cent to €273 between 2016 and 2022
How short stays in community rehabilitation units can help older people cope when in their homes
Move required to address threat of poverty and meet proposed benchmark figure of 34 per cent of average earnings
Social, environmental and voluntary organisations highlight ‘unprecedented crisis’ ahead of national economic dialogue
‘Do not let the old man or woman in’, psychologist tells audience at Age Well Expo
Mapping Ireland’s Bank Closures: More than a third of bank branches have closed since 2008 and the future seems likely to hold more of the same
Hiqa inspection criticises purchase of ‘enhanced quality’ furniture at extra cost
Cost-of-living crisis hits carers hard, Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland research shows
Fianna Fáil's Mary Butler expresses concern that Government decision could lead to ‘premature’ entry of older people into nursing homes
Pricewatch: Covid turned many people off notes, coins and ATMs but there are many democratic and inclusive reasons why physical cash should continue to have currency
Further 76,000 became at risk of falling into poverty last year, State agency’s Survey on Income and Living Conditions suggests
Vulnerable elderly have been subjected to obfuscation around their entitlement to nursing home care and the so-called Fair Deal scheme still neglects to include all the things they need
People who ‘gave their life’ to the sport may not have wherewithal to pre-book tickets, says Mattie McGrath
Cohabiting people over 50 have lower chance of developing diabetes, regardless of relationship quality
Cold snap could last until December 17th with possibility of heavy snow afterwards as ‘warmer, moister air’ arrives
Ice and low temperature warnings due to come into effect from Thursday
Pensions Commission set to recommend retirement age should not increase until 2028
Revamped bank apps add extra layer of complexity for many customers as fees go up
Public health advice is to ‘use your judgment’ on how best to follow existing guidance
Older people seen out in shops, believing they are exception to stay at home message
Bank of Ireland to offer support to a range of customers who may be vulnerable to abuse
‘We need evidence-based investment and a cash payment to grandparents is not that’
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
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