WHAT'S NEW
Will you volunteer to drive out-patients to the Mary Curie hospice in Hampstead?......more
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Have you included your digital assets in your will?......more
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The implications of the third industrial revolution - required reading for oldies trying to keep up with the world around them.......more
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Feeling in need of something to smile at? See John Cleese's comments on the international situation........more
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The IMF warn that the UK has a potential pensions time-bomb of up to £750 billion......more
We have a new topic page on 'peer to peer lending'
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Be part of the London 2012 celebrations! Become a 'Local Leader', wherever you are!.........more
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Do you recall the £250,000 Wolfson prize for the best way to unwind the euro? See the shortlist of finalist entries......more
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Are you interested in a role as a non executive director or as a trustee? To help you, we are compiling an aggregated list of advertised jobs.....more
Pass on your experience to others - and be paid for it........more
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.The oldies in UK have never had it so good? The FT throws light on a potential inter- gererational conflict.....more
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Do you have strong views on the future of long term care in UK? Terry Arthur has, and they are worth reading......more. Send us your comments!
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For excellent daily comment on matters of (mainly economic) moment see http://mises.org/daily/ .
.UK's oldies no longer prefer to be beside the sea.....more
It seems that a majority of Brits are relying on the Statre to fund their retirement, which may not be a very wise policy......more
Nominet Trust have published a most interesting report on 'Ageing and the use of the internet '
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Do today's problems for youngsters looking for a job make you recall fondly the days of two years compulsary National Service? Let's hear your memories of those far off times......more
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In a recent Observer article, Yvonne Roberts makes a strong case for viewing oldies as assets who can make a contribution.....more
Life expectancy is extending, but your health may not extend at the same rate.......more
I played golf for a month and said 'that's not for me' - comments from a retiree who just enjoys working.......more
The Campaign to End Lonliness report sugests that lonliness amongst old people is not as prevalent as thought, and emphasises the importance of improving their access to the internet.....more.
An evening out which all oldies will enjoy - see 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' on release from 27 February. (Judi Dench and Maggie Smith). A really good laugh!
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Did you miss out on getting tickets for the London Olympics but would like to see the venues in action?.........more
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'It's work that makes leisure palatable'. Why you musn't aim to give up work in retirement......more
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See Jane Fonda in a video where she gives her thoughts on what do do in life's third age.....more
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Whitehall 11 study, the most comprehensive to date, shows that mental decline starts at age 45, much earlier than previously thought, so preventative efforts (exercise and diet) need to start earlier.....more
Would you like to see a weather forecast for your area? See www.yr.no. These forecasts originate in Norway, but thanks to their accuracy they have an enthusiastic following in UK!
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Air Pass programs are some of the best bargains in the travel industry, combining an international ticket with an airpass you may be able to save a great deal of money while visiting some exotic destinations......more
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Become a Career Development Coach! Change the life of a person who is long-term unemployed, by giving them one-to-one support on their journey from being out of work to finding a job and keeping it. .......more
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'We are not as active at age 86, but we feel we have decades still to go" : a U.S. retrospective of the 7 ages of man......more
The Marmot Report says that most people in UK will suffer disability before they reach 68 - if we want people to work longer we have to tackle the 'social determinants of health' such as employment prospects, education levels and housing conditions....more
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You can now give your grandchild a Junior ISA - £3600 each tax year....more
The Nominet Trust plan to invest £250,000 in projects that work with older people and which address the recommendations in their report 'The internet and an ageing population'. .......more
The Age Alliance, which celebrates the lives of older people and their contribution to society, was launched on 1 October.....more
Have you ever had to claim that 'oldies are wiser' to bolster an argument with your kids? Now there is some evidence .......more
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From 1 October 2011, the UK default retirement age of 65 is scrapped....more
We've added a link to how to find out more about becoming a school governor....more
In USA, half of workers plan to remain employed after they retire, mostly in part time jobs........more
3 UK companies were included in the AARP's 2011 international award for Best Employers for Workers over 50 - Centrica, M&S, and the Co-op.......more
Big Society Capital - 'finance in the service of society' – is getting started. "Big Society Capital will unlock the money that charities and social enterprises need to grow when a big opportunity comes along." .............more Meanwhile, you can apply for investment in your Big Society project .
Your experience and expertise can be the vital factor which turns a start-up into a high growth company. Your skills as a mentor are needed......more
Keep in touch with the latest changes in pensions regulations......more.
How to recover withholding tax due to you.....more
An FT article suggests that building a new career as you move towards retirement age is much commoner in USA than in Europe ......more
Odgers Berndtson's paper on the value of diversity in a Board of Directors warns against 'ageism' and notes the value of 'tapping the wisdom, experience and energy that seasoned directors can offer' .....more
Our latest e-newsletter, dealing with the Big Society, is getting some interesting feedback from our users - take a look and add your comments.
'Many people do their greatest work when they are old': Prof Desmond O'Neill's article in the Lancet shows why the prejudice against ageing is misguided and misleading....more
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UnLtdConnect is a network of business professionals from all sectors in society who have volunteered their time and expertise to help social enterprises ......more
We get happier as we get older - but only if we keep up the quality of our relationships with other people.......more (see 'New')
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'Squeezed in Retirement': a rather depressing Chatham House analysis of the future for many UK retirees - and a few suggestions as to how to mitigate it ......more
Starting a business? 'Start-Up Britain' (as forecast in the Budget speech) connects entrepreneurs with all the resources they need to succeed......more
"When I thought that my dogs and I were having deep, meaningful conversations I knew it was time for me to get back to work. And I needed the money". The New York Times discusses the trend for more people to work past normal retirement age.......more
'Retirement Stories' is a site which explains how an Irish businessman managed his challenging transition from Company Director to active retiree. It has stories and essential information to help you plan the retirement that's right for you......more
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