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Launch of £4m fund widen volunteering opportunities for over 50s
Launch of £4m fund widen volunteering opportunities for over 50s The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is launching a new fund with Nesta that will support volunteering in public services and new ways for over-50s to engage in digital social...
How to recognise the symptoms of a stroke
How to recognise the symptoms of a stroke Acting fast is critical when someone has a stroke as it can minimise the long-term effects of the stroke and may save the person’s life. It is therefore vital, especially for older people and those at increased risk of...
One in four over-50s deficient in vitamin D in winter, study finds.
One in four over-50s deficient in vitamin D in winter, study finds. The North and West have highest rates of deficiency Trinity College Dublin study finds. Irish Times reports that one in four Irish over 50s are deficient in vitamin D during the winter,...
Over 50’s urged to lower heart age ‘before it is too late’
Over 50's urged to lower heart age 'before it is too late' One in ten 50-year-old men have a heart age a decade older than they are, increasing their risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke, new research suggests. Homecare reports that the discovery that...
It’s never too late LOL! 8 Comics who were late bloomers
It’s never too late LOL! 8 Comics who were late bloomers Here is a list of comedians, ranging from stand-ups to writers, who didn’t make it until they were well into their thirties or older. So why not get writing and the joke will soon be on us! Ricky...
Glorious gardening: The benefits of having ‘green fingers’ over 50
Glorious gardening: The benefits of having ‘green fingers’ over 50 For older adults, staying active and finding fulfilling hobbies to pass the time are important and beneficial to their physical and mental health. After all, no one wants to spend their...
The UK’s best street food traders are coming to Manchester
The UK's best street food traders are coming to Manchester The British Street Food Awards finals will be held at the GRUB food fair at Mayfield Depot this year. The British Street Food Awards are coming to Manchester, and with them come 17 of the UK's...
I feel like dancing! Five types of dancing every over 50 should try
I feel like dancing! Five types of dancing every over 50 should try Whether you’re in your 50s, 60s or 70s, exercise is imperative. If you want to keep your joints healthy, the pain at bay and your fitness up you need to start moving. But, there are some...
“Not travelling enough” is a top regret for over 50s
“Not travelling enough” is a top regret for over 50s Travelling is much more accessible now compared to the past, and it seems that many over 50s recognise this change as 91 per cent said “not travelling enough” is a regret for them. Female First reports...
‘Adventurous over 50s’ help tour operator Shearings to grow record profits
'Adventurous over 50s' help tour operator Shearings to grow record profits The group includes the Shearings Holidays, National Holidays and the Coast & Country and Bay hotel brands. Manchester Evening News reports that Shearings Leisure Group, the...
Expanding your employment options: Learning opportunities for over 50s
Expanding your employment options: Learning opportunities for over 50s Online training courses provide people of all ages with access to learning new skills and areas of knowledge, which, in turn, helps to expand their employment options. Virtual College...
OCS and Nesta hand out £2.7m to engage new over-50s volunteers
OCS and Nesta hand out £2.7m to engage new over-50s volunteers The Office for Civil Society has awarded £2.7m to 13 organisations, including St John Ambulance, FareShare and Volunteering Matters, to help them recruit more volunteers aged 50 and over. ...