Why aches and pains make life a misery

Why aches and pains make life a misery

The devastating impact of joint pain is laid bare in a new survey Those aged 64 and over are more likely to suffer constant joint pain according to a new study commissioned by private health care provider BMI Healthcare. The research also found that  78 per cent of...
Downsizing to rent

Downsizing to rent

Older generations are increasingly opting to downsize and rent in their later years reports Ellie O’Donnell New research from letting agents Countrywide has revealed that the number of retirees renting in later life has increased, making up to eight per cent of...
Why we prefer old movies

Why we prefer old movies

The Sound of Music film is not saying so long or farewell to the hearts of the UK’s older generation according to new research from retirement housing provider Anchor. Report by Ellie O’Donnell New research from Anchor reveals that the 1965 classic The Sound of...
How homesitting can offer retirees adventure

How homesitting can offer retirees adventure

Homesitting has become an attractive option for many women over 65 discovers ELLIE O’DONNELL Women over 65 are opting to become homesitters as 75 per cent of participants in a recent survey revealed. Alan Irvine, Chairman of Homesitters Ltd which conducted the...
Retire to Winchester and live longer!

Retire to Winchester and live longer!

A lovely house has come up for sale in the historic city of Winchester declared the best place to live in the UK According to a recent study into quality of life it was found that 96.6 per cent of the residents in Winchester reported being in good or fairly good...