It isn't always easy to keep up with the latest technology. This is especially true for lots of older people who weren't brought up with all the gadgets we see today. While more and more over-60s are now embracing modern technology, the digital divide between generations remains rather wide. According to 2023 statistics, 80% of people over 65 own a smartphone, while 55% of people over the age of 75 use the internet (according to 2020 figures). There has also been a rise in the number of over-75s using tablets. The elderly are even getting social, with around 3 million people aged …
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Finance Tips for You and Your Elderly Loved Ones
4. Invest Money Read our guides on what you need to know before and the best ways of investing your money. 5. Plan Ahead One of the best finance tips we can give you is to plan ahead. While none of us can predict the future, we can definitely make careful plans for the years to come. Talk to your parents about what they want to happen as they get older. For example, if they could no longer live at home by themselves, where would they want to live? Have they made a will? Do they have any money set aside to pay for any care they may need? These can …
