Tag Archives: later life

Romance isn’t dead

Romance isn’t dead

The number of men and women experiencing divorce over the age of 60 has risen by more than 85 per cent — as more women are in full time employment. A new study has found that 15,700 over 60s div ...
Later life in Scotland: Tae Mak it Worth Bein

Later life in Scotland: Tae Mak it Worth Bein

Good health, seeing friends and family and having enough money to be comfortable, are the things Scots rate as most important to ensuring a fulfilling life, according to a survey from Age Scotland. Th ...
1 in 10 divorcing are over 60

1 in 10 divorcing are over 60

Growing divorce rates in old age could contribute to increasing isolation and a greater need for formal care, argues the International Longevity Centre – UK (ILC-UK).  In a new report, the think tank ...
Age UK promotes local older people’s forums

Age UK promotes local older people’s forums

There are more than 620 older people’s local forums in the UK, involving more than 200,000 of us in later life. By working together in independent forums, we are making our voices heard on the issues ...