When a relationship breaks down, it can be a difficult and emotional time for anyone involved. For older couples, the process of separating can be particularly complex, especially when it comes to issues such as housing and financial security. Where to live is often one of the first things to...

Why does everyone feel like they can have a say in my life now that I’m older? Without knowing your individual circumstances the simple answer is probably yes. All older people will understand this question as it’s either happening to them, or they’ve seen it happen to others. It’s a...

If someone has been assessed as requiring dementia level care in New Zealand, they are responsible for paying, or contributing, towards the cost of that care. People with available funds will pay privately for this care; others will have the cost of care subsidised through government funding. For those who...