Article by Jacqui Baker Dating in your 50s, 60s and 70s (possibly 80s) is unique to each individual when they find themselves single again later in life. I always break down the decades into 50s, 60s, & 70s because you cannot categorise it as ‘over 50s’ becoming single in your 50s compared to becoming single in your 60s or 70s cannot be described as the same. Some people make the common mistake of jumping straight into dating or finding someone to date and often find themselves feeling sad and bewildered. Finding yourself single For instance, finding yourself single after your partner has ..read more

Divorce is difficult at any stage of life, but it could be more complex to navigate when you are older, approaching retirement, or already retired. In order to make sure everyone is treated fairly in a divorce, it’s important to consider these 7 critical issues for older couples seeking a separation. What is a grey divorce? A grey divorce, or a silver splitter, is a term for a demographic trend of a high divorce rate for older couples who have been married for a very long time. These individuals may have married young to start a family, and followed a traditional family structure of the man g ..read more

  If you haven’t dated in a long time, getting back into circulation can seem overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been in a long-term relationship that recently ended, or you’ve been single and busy with other priorities. Either way, you’re bound to wonder if things have changed while you’ve been away, especially if you haven’t dated in decades and whether you’ll be able to adapt. Like most obstacles to romance, feeling a bit rusty can be overcome if you’re willing to make an effort. Try these tips for reviving your love life. Things to Do Before You Start Dating: Consider your priorities. As lo ..read more

Life is full of magical wonders and adventure, from being a youngster running about outside to reaching our fabulous 20s and 30s, experiencing the joys of the 40s, and easing in our golden 50s. It is safe to say that life offers us a magnificent roller coaster of happiness, laughter, and memorable moments. With that said, it is also a time when we may have to make difficult decisions regarding the wellbeing of those close to us, particularly elderly parents.  There will come a time where we will have to encourage them to sit back and relax. Replay the beautiful memories of all their years ..read more

Article by Jacqui Baker Coming out mid-life/later in life – when someone accepts and discloses their sexual or gender identity as something other than straight/cisgender (gender when born). Recently we have seen Dame Kelly Holmes come out as gay at the age of 52.  She explained that at last, she can live life as her real self now and in the future. Currently, the ITV soap, Emmerdale is running a storyline about Mary, who recently came out in her early 70s, saying that she knew she preferred women from when she was a young girl, but never said it out loud until now, some 50 years plus dow ..read more

Article by Andrea McGinty As a daily dating consultant and profile writer, I think it’s hard to write about yourself. However, what it reminds me most of is writing a solid business plan. I wrote my first business plan in the early 90’s when I started It’sJustLunch.com. Back then, there were not any business plan templates or books on this—and luckily I had a friend who had started up a restaurant a few years earlier and he gave me his business plan and was my model. This model was a good one as it morphed into a national chain! Now, the trend is one page business plans. Yay! So, these tips w ..read more

Regardless of your child’s current age, you may already be thinking about some of the things they may want or need to have a fulfilling future. Within this can be the experience and memories that an outdoor adventure-fuelled holiday can bring. Whether this ends up being a summer camp, gap year, or even simply a month-long trip after graduation, allowing your child to experience the great outdoors with their peers can help them to develop a sense of independence and learn essential teamwork skills. However, just because they’re going to be embarking on this trip without you doesn’t mean you ca ..read more

Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, but finding a way to properly memorialise their life can help you to process your feelings. As time passes, you might find that you are thinking about your loved one less and less, which can lead to feelings of guilt. It’s important to give yourself space to move on, which is why a proper memorial can provide the space you need to grieve.  The right memorial will be there when you need it but will allow you the space to move on when you are ready. Here are some of the best memorial ideas to help you feel more connected to your loved one after ..read more

Reports from Age UK have shown that 3.8million people over the age of 65 live alone with 58% of them being over the age of 75. The chances of them feeling lonely, sad or even disconnected are high normally, let alone during the pandemic. The pandemic has left a lot of people feeling lonely due to the social restrictions that were put in place to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Especially the elderly. With most things closing down and the only thing you could leave your home for was food and exercise with those you live with we had to change the method of communicating. Now restrictions have b ..read more