50+ Living Supplement by Huddersfield

THE FREE MAGAZINE FOR PEOPLE WHO KNOW AGE IS ONLY A NUMBER

ISSUE 2 SPRING 2014

YOU’RE ONLY AS OLD YOU FEEL WHY KEEPING ACTIVE IN LATER LIFE IS VITAL - SEE PAGE 2 IN THIS ISSUE:

RESIZING PROPERTY SEE PAGE 11

YOUR FINANCES SEE PAGE 17

TECHNOLOGY TODAY SEE PAGE 20

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KEEP FIT FOR A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE REGULAR workouts could also help to ward off blindness, scientists have claimed. A study found that the progress of macular degeneration, in which the retina deteriorates, was considerably slowed by moderate exercise. The condition, which is one of the main causes of blindness in elderly people, results from the progressive loss of photoreceptors. An estimated 500,000 people in the UK are affected, including 10% of people over 65, and although sufferers do not become completely blind, their sight gradually becomes blurred over several years. The research, published in The Journal of Neuroscience, was performed on mice that had been exposed to bright light, known to induce a condition similar to macular degeneration. Half the mice were then made to run on a treadmill for one hour a day for two weeks. At the end of the two weeks, the mice that had exercised were found to

have twice the retinal function, as well as higher levels of a protective protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor. It is the first direct evidence of the beneficial effects of exercise on retinal degeneration and although the work was performed only in mice, it ties in with indirect studies in human beings. Research in 2009 found that people over 55 who ran more than two kilometres a day were less at risk of the condition. “This is the first report of simple exercise having a direct effect on retinal health and vision,” said Machelle Pardue, from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. “This research may one day lead to tailored exercise regimens or combination therapies in treatments of blinding diseases.” The researchers are now going to investigate whether exercise could also have protective effects in other diseases, such as glaucoma.

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KEEPING fit at any age is important - and especially so as you get older.

Being active will not only make you feel healthier, but is proven to lead to a better quality of life in older age. There are currently 800,000 people with dementia in the UK - with more than a million predicted by 2021 and Alzheimer’s is the most common form of the disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Society. Now, a new 15-minute home test, called the Sage test, designed to flag up the first signs of the disease has been developed by US researchers. They believe it could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment. But while there is no definitive way of preventing dementia, there are things that have been proven to help reduce your risk, says Doug Brown, director of research and development at the Alzheimer’s Society. In fact, one recent study found that half of all cases could be prevented by lifestyle changes, such as taking exercise, eating healthily and not smoking.

Here’s what you need to know as you age: ■ Follow healthy heart rules ■ Enjoy your morning coffee ■ Scoff more fresh salmon ■ Don’t skimp on a good sleep ■ Go nuts for vitamin E! ■ Walk, cycle, swim! ■ Look after your teeth ■ Get enough sunshine ■ Keep cholesterol levels in check ■ Have cocoa before bed ■ Keep your mind active ■ Do housework vigorously ■ Keep your weight stable ■ Enjoy a small glass of wine ■ Have your eyes checked ■ Consider a supplement... ■ Quit smoking

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WELCOME L

time for things they always wanted to do.

Today more people over 50 enjoy better health and a good standard of living, often having increased financial freedom to follow their personal hopes and dreams.

Often by the time their parents are 50, children will have left home either for work or university or are certainly old enough to be independent without the full-time attention of mum and dad.

IFE for the over 50s age group has never been better.

They used to say that life begins at 40 but now it seems that 50 is the age when more and more people are starting to really live their lives to the full and make

In turn this means mum and dad have time for themselves and the freedom to pursue their own interests and hobbies.

With a little careful planning, 50 plus can be a great time in anyone’s life. Take a look at the Examiner’s 50+Living supplement and find out what’s available for this age group in the Huddersfield area. The supplement has lots of information about local businesses and how they can help you live the life you deserve.

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Find out why a family trust could be the right solution for you and your loved ones

Discover country house living from a bygone age and learn why it’s essential to have a Lasting Power of Attorney

Find out how keeping fit can help maintain long-term vision and mental health

Find out how the well-informed staff of Broadbents can answer your technology questions

Learn some simple ways to future-proof your bathroom for optimal accessibility

Discover made-to-measure, British manufactured fireplaces sure to make a statement in your home 50+LIVING is published by the Huddersﬁeld Examinder. Copyright of editorial contents held by Trinity Mirror. Reproduction in part or in whole is forbidden save with the express permission of the publishers. It is not our intention to print any matter that discriminates on the grounds of race, sex, sexuality or disability. The magazine is printed by Mirror Colour Printers (Oldham) Ltd. Advertisements are accepted according to our terms and conditions.

Knowle Court mark 25 years of care, plus scooters from Clark and Partners

High-quality home visits and trustworthy service

Then take a look at this handy list of tips for downsizing

Stylish furnishings to give your home a fresh new look

Find the place where style and function meet

Learn how a tax planning strategy could make you more financially secure

Discover a leisure centre to put a spring in your step and a luxurious spa club to workout

Read about the tax breaks that may result in more annexes being built

Been to Lala’s yet? The Huddersfield restaurant celebrates its first birthday

Discover beautiful kitchen design from a local specialist, a fabulous restaurant experience for the young at heart

Learn why Internet Age Pensioners are surfing the web more easily than ever

Hassle-free carpets from a friendly face & a hidden gem with all the plants you need

Read about the new fabric business that is ‘oh sew sweet’. and delicious fare from a trio of homely pubs

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PROMOTION

WHAT ARE FAMILY ASSET PROTECTION TRUSTS? THE FAPT is not a new idea but is an idea that has stood the test of time. In principle it is a way of protecting valuable assets from outside influences and ensuring that they are kept within the family. It may help you to think of the trust as a ‘safety deposit box’ to keep your assets in. You can pass assets to a family trust established in your own name and for your own benefit whilst you are still living. Placing your assets into a family trust should ensure that they pass to the people you want them to after your death, according to the terms of the Trust, or under the terms of your will. Inheritance due to any unreliable beneficiary can be protected by the trust and be passed to them at a more

A LITTLE PLANNING CAN PAY HUGE DIVIDENDS Placing your assets into a family trust should ensure that they pass to the people you want them to after your death rather than being swallowed up by the tax man

appropriate time. The family trust is set up during your lifetime and you can put all your assets, including your home and savings up to the current inheritance tax threshold of £325,000 (per person). Legally, ownership of the assets pass from you to you and another named person who then holds the property as “trustees”. You will always remain in control of assets held in trust. If you have concerns about inheritance tax or are worried that your estate could suffer from “side ways” inheritance, the Family Asset Protection Trust could be the answer. Like all of the solutions we offer there is a free consultation, to ensure that you can make an informed choice. Feel free to call us on 01484 518777 or use the contact form on our website www.myifm.co.uk

Think of the trust as a ‘safety deposit box’ to keep your assets in

A WILL ISN’T NECESSARILY THE WAY… You could be enjoying these beneﬁts: • Knowledge that your home will stay in your family as you desire • Comfort that any unwanted claims against your estate will not be successful • Lowering professional probate fees by £1,000s • Possibly save £10,000s in care fees • Protection of your home against unwanted circumstances such as bankruptcy, divorce, family disruption, disinheritance, relationship breakdowns and so on. • Assets can also be added to the trust at a later date.

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technology can be

dazzLInG

but also fearsome unless… It’s explained correctly at a level you can understand, then the results are often dazzling. Recording programmes has never been easier and technology now offers the opportunity to record a series as easily as a single programme – no need to individually record or bother about when a programme is on, the recorder knows!; we have all been asked “did you see that good, funny or entertaining programme last night” technology now offers an opportunity to catch-up and watch missed programmes via the internet. You might ask “What cable do I need to connect my recorder to my

television?” The answer might be “You may need a male to female RF cable, a SCART cable, an optolink optical cable, an HDMI cable, two or three phono cables, a Cat 5 Internet cable, a WiFi dongle or a mixture of these”. Unlike some companies, Broadbents will only supply and fit the exact cable you need, saving you time, money and hassle. In April, Mrs D of Slaithwaite wrote this about Broadbents “We felt both the sales staff at the shop and the delivery engineers struck just the right balance. They were polite and pleasant and didn’t hassle but left us time to decide and answered all our questions”.

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We felt both the sales staff at the shop and the delivery engineers struck just the right balance

Buying a new washer is not easy, But then... Broadbents do not charge for the delivery and installation of freestanding washing machines how do you get it home; who is going to help you lift it into position; make all the connections to the cold water feed, blank the hot water feed, connect the drain hose; who will carry out the electrical safety checks; how do you get rid of the old machine and all the packaging from the new one? Broadbents offer a complete service that starts with you. They try to ensure that you have sufficient information that allows you to choose a machine that is right for you. Delivery is arranged at a mutually convenient time, often next day with either a.m. or p.m. preferences, the delivery will

be confirmed to within a couple of hours. The washer is delivered and fully installed; this includes blanking off any unused hot feed for the old washer; an electrical safety check of your existing supply and the new machine; removal of the old machine and all packaging; a check the machine is fully working; you will then be offered a demonstration of the new machine with an explanation of how to use any of the new features.You might be wondering about any additional charge for this service? You might be surprised to know, that Broadbents do not charge for the delivery and installation of freestanding washing machines (within the Huddersfield area).

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FUTURE-PROOFING THE BATHROOM

ACCORDING to the latest figures from Age UK, one in five of the country’s total population is now of state pensionable age, with the number of people aged 60 or over expected to pass the 20 million mark by 2031. We may all be getting older, but that needn’t mean having to change the way we use our homes or having to undergo major restructuring in order to continue to enjoy where we live comfortably and independently. The bathroom is a key area of the home where accessibility often becomes an issue as people get older, but by thinking ahead and future-proofing now, issues over independence and safety in the bathroom needn’t be such a concern in years to come. What’s more, many of the solutions available will enhance the space and turn it into a place of comfort and wellbeing that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Simple and relatively inexpensive measures such as opting for leveroperated taps will really make a difference. Easier to operate than having to twist to turn on for those with joint problems such as arthritis, lever taps are also an elegant and stylish addition to a bathroom.

If you are refurbishing the bathroom, opening up the bathroom by choosing a wet room style showering area not only creates the feeling of spaciousness, but also removes the potential tripping hazard of a shower tray. With the floor completely level, the showering area can be accessed even by those in a wheelchair. Wall-hung sanitaryware is the perfect accompaniment to this look, enabling the toilet and basin to be installed at a comfortable height for the user, and makes cleaning the bathroom so much easier too, as the floor is left free of obstacles meaning there is nowhere for dirt and germs to gather. Alternatively, a floorstanding WC with a slightly higher seat than conventional models saves on having to bend the knees too much, with models available in a range of styles to fit seamlessly into any bathroom scheme. For the ultimate in cleanliness, a shower toilet is the latest must-have for the modern bathroom and offers the user an unparalleled level of freshness. Simple to use, a shower toilet washes gently with water, with models available that can be programed to suit individual user requirements. Kitting out your bathroom with such solutions will enable you to not only grow old gracefully, but comfortably too.

Geberit’s AquaClean Sela fits seamlessly into any bathroom design, with an intelligent shower function, power supply and water connection all integrated into the pan making them invisible. 0800 032 9628 geberit-aquaclean.co.uk

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HOT STUFF The showroom at Easy Fireplace

PUTTING THE ‘GREAT' BACK INTO BRITAIN EASY Fireplace at Milnsbridge offers much more than you think! The showroom, in the centre of Milnsbridge, offers exclusive and noninternet products at great value from a family business you can trust. The newly fitted showroom offers a great range of brands and products which are designed in neutral tones with elegant design and in beautiful materials. A sophisticated range of colours is also available and will merge effortlessly with virtually any interior and existing theme. The look, feel and quality manufacturing of each individual fireplace, along with the exceptional value, proves that Easy

Fireplace is truly the place to visit. Easy Fireplace is certainly helping to put the Great back into Britain. Easy Fireplace offers both British-made gas and electric fires – not to mention, the unique bespoke service of British-made fire surrounds and mantles. Easy Fireplace has a renowned ‘Madeto-measure’ service with all the necessary components manufactured, from scratch, in the UK to your needs and requirements. By supporting and buying from Easy Fireplace, you are supporting British manufacturing! The process itself couldn’t be easier: customers choose the size, style and material of their new fireplace. . Fireplaces can be built with a customer’s unique dimensional requirements in mind

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– meaning floors and carpets needn’t be uprooted to accommodate them. Homeowners are invited to choose from a range of finishes - including wood, limestone and elegant marble and stone finishes. Finished fireplaces can be delivered, and installed or are available as a supply only. Replacing your fireplace has never been so easy – or quick, for that matter (most are manufactured and installed within a three week period). Easy Fireplace offers full warranties (and a backup service with the personal touch) as standard as it is a recommended retailer for all products sold. Staff are

always happy to offer advice and support and with a team of qualified staff at the firm’s helm, customers can expect specialist guidance, rather than sales patter – which makes finding the perfect fire and fireplace very easy indeed! With over 30 years experience staff have extensive knowledge of the industry and you can rely on Easy Fireplace to provide the correct and best product for you. Contact Easy Fireplace on 01484 644464; or, to learn more about the comprehensive service, please visit the showroom in the heart of Milnsbridge to view over 80 fires and fireplaces.

A sophisticated range of colours is also available and will merge effortlessly with virtually any interior and existing theme

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PROMOTION PROMOTION

Caring for you and your family

We can support you with Day Care, Respite or 24 hr Residential care The choice is yours.

Care Home for the Elderly

01484 658 357 www.info@knowlecourtcarehome.co.uk 38, Knowle Rd., Golcar, Huddersﬁeld HD7 4AN email: admin@knowlcourt.co.uk

LIVE YOUR LIFE BE FREE LIVE YOUR LIFE BE FREE SCOOTER users everywhere claim the freedom and SCOOTER users everywhere independence they’ve claim the freedom andgained really has changed their lives independence they’ve gained for the has better. really changed their lives Taking thebetter. first steps towards purchasing for the

your scooter can be a daunting Taking the first steps towards purchasing prospect, but getting out and about your scooter can be a daunting can lead to a new lease of life.You can prospect, but getting out and about choose where you go and when, and will can lead to a new lease of life.You can no longer have to rely on others to take choose where you go and when, and will you places or just stay in the house. no longer have to rely on others to take Similar to when you buy a car, there’s a you places or just stay in the house. lot to consider. Similar to when you buy a car, there’s a Mini or boot scooters cost as liitle as £525 lot to consider. and they are lightweight, transportable Mini or boot scooters cost as liitle as £525 and dismantle easily into small pieces. and they are lightweight, transportable They are ideal for a trip to your local and dismantle easily into small pieces. shopping centre, travelling upto 10 miles They are ideal for a trip to your local between charges. shopping centre, travelling upto 10 miles between charges.

Midi scooters are a slightly bigger option and can travel faster and further, Midi scooters are a slightly bigger handling kerbs and hills with ease. Maxi option and can travel faster and further, scooters can travel even further with a handling kerbs and hills with ease. Maxi top speed of around 8mph. They are built scooters can travel even further with a for extra comfort with full suspension for top speed of around 8mph. They are built handling rougher terraine. for extra comfort with full suspension for It’s hard to put a price on the freedom handling rougher terraine. that comes with owning a mobility It’s hard to put a price on the freedom scooter, but it doesn’t cost as much as that comes with owning a mobility you might think. New scooters come with scooter, but it doesn’t cost as much as at least 12 months warranty, many with you might think. New scooters come with two years, so the price you see really at least 12 months warranty, many with is the price you pay. Running costs are two years, so the price you see really low as they take very little electricity to is the price you pay. Running costs are charge up. low as they take very little electricity to You may also wish to consider useful charge up. accessories from bags and weather You may also wish to consider useful wear to walking stick holders and ramps. accessories from bags and weather Book a free trial and Clark & Partners will wear to walking stick holders and ramps. bring the scooters to you, so you don’t Book a free trial and Clark & Partners will even have to leave home. They carry a bring the scooters to you, so you don’t wide range in stock so there’s no need even have to leave home. They carry a to hang around waiting - once you’ve wide range in stock so there’s no need decided you can be out and about the to hang around waiting - once you’ve same day. decided you can be out and about the If you would like more information on same day. scooters, Clark & Partners mobility If you would like more information on advisors are on hand to provide support scooters, Clark & Partners mobility and advice. They have a wealth of advisors are on hand to provide support knowledge combined with practical and advice. They have a wealth of experience to share with you to ensure knowledge combined with practical you make the best choice for you – experience to share with you to ensure without any pressure at all. you make the best choice for you – without any pressure at all. 420082 or Call them today on: 01484 find their showroom opposite John Call them today on: 01484 420082 or Smith’s Stadium on Bradley Mills Road find their showroom opposite John Industrial Estate, HD1 6PQ. Smith’s Stadium on Bradley Mills Road Industrial Estate, HD1 6PQ.

A CARING A CARING home from home from home... home... KNOWLE Court is a care home set in the Court heart of Golcar KNOWLE is a care home village providing 24-hour set in the heart of Golcar care for the elderly. village providing 24-hour care Formerly Golcar Methodist Sunday for thethe elderly.

school, Knowle Court has been a family Formerly the Golcar Methodist Sunday run home since 1987. During this time school, Knowle Court has been a family Knowle Court has forged strong links within run home since 1987. During this time the local community. With over 25 years Knowle Court has forged strong links within experience in caring for the elderly Knowle the local community. With over 25 years Court has developed a personal, caring experience in caring for the elderly Knowle and professional service allowing residents Court has developed a personal, caring to enjoy independent assisted living. and professional service allowing residents The home is registered to accommodate to enjoy independent assisted living. up to 22 people either on a long term The home is registered to accommodate basis or for respite care, along with day up to 22 people either on a long term care facilities for those not ready for basis or for respite care, along with day care facilities for those not ready for

where residents can relax and enjoy visits of friends and family. Induction loops are where residents can relax and enjoy visits fitted for those who are hard of hearing of friends and family. Induction loops are along with pay phones and private fitted for those who are hard of hearing phones in bedrooms where requested. along with pay phones and private Knowle Court enjoys a south facing aspect phones in bedrooms where requested. and has a large garden to the front of the Knowle Court enjoys a south facing aspect building along with a patio area that can and has a large garden to the front of the be used by residents and their families. building along with a patio area that can Knowle Court has a high commitment be used by residents and their families. to staff training. Our team is trained to Knowle Court has a high commitment respect privacy and dignity, to promote to staff training. Our team is trained to and enable independence in daily living, respect privacy and dignity, to promote and to provide the assistance and care and enable independence in daily living, required in a compassionate manner. and to provide the assistance and care Knowle Court has just received the highest required in a compassionate manner. Knowle Court has just received the highest

24-hour care. Rooms are furnished with modern furniture and fittings, and residents 24-hour care. Rooms are furnished with are encouraged to personalise their own modern furniture and fittings, and residents rooms. are encouraged to personalise their own There are a number of rooms with enrooms. suite facilities complimented by assisted There are a number of rooms with enbathing and shower facilities located close suite facilities complimented by assisted to all bedrooms, with the added benefit of bathing and shower facilities located close a hydrotherapy bath. to all bedrooms, with the added benefit of Spacious living facilities are provided and a hydrotherapy bath. consist of two lounges and a dining room Spacious living facilities are provided and consist of two lounges and a dining room

score for Kirklees healthy food choices, and has a hygiene star rating of five stars. score for Kirklees healthy food choices, and Activities and outings are provided on an has a hygiene star rating of five stars. individual and group basis. Several outside Activities and outings are provided on an companies provide entertainment that individual and group basis. Several outside include singers, aromatherapy, Pets as companies provide entertainment that Therapy, and visits from specially trained include singers, aromatherapy, Pets as donkeys provided by a charity. Therapy, and visits from specially trained We can support you with day care, respite donkeys provided by a charity. or 24 hour residential care. We can support you with day care, respite The choice is yours. or 24 hour residential care. The choice is yours.

Our team is trained to respect Our team privacy is trained to respect and dignity privacy and dignity

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For more details call us on: 01484 420082 Bradley Mills Road Ind. Est. Huddersfield, HD1 6PQ Opposite John Smith’s Stadium. Ample Customer Parking. info@clarkandpartners.co.uk / www.clarkshop.co.uk

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LocALA HomEcArE is different – this is why LocALA Homecare is part of Locala community Partnerships, a community interest company (a type of social enterprise) which also provides NHS community health care services in and around Kirklees.

service user concerned and listen to their views ■ We provide our carers with a work

phone so that if they are running late they can let service users know

■ We offer more than a standard

homecare service; we offer help with shopping, pet care, escorting to hospital visits, theatre trips, home maintenance and much more… (it’s a holistic approach)

Although a subsidiary, Locala HomeCare is built on this experience of providing first class care with the service user at the very centre of that care. This is why Locala HomeCare is different:

■ Our co-ordinators carry out regular

A minimum cAll length of 30 minutes, to ensure the highest possible quAlity of cAre

and receive training so we know they are the best individuals for the job

■ Personalised care plans that meet an

individual’s needs and desires, to help people stay independent, active and involved within their community

■ We provide service users with an

exact time for their call, unlike some providers, to give people the peace of mind that they have reliable and trustworthy service

spot checks to ensure that we maintain our high quality service at all times

■ All our carers have full DBS checks

■ Our hours are 7.00 am – 12 midnight ■ Locala HomeCare is registered with

the Care Quality Commission

■ Dignity and respect are at the heart

of all that we do

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■ If at any time we want to change the

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Providing quality care and support at home Contact us now for a chat about our services. Tel: 07970 810844 Email: enquiries@locala-homecare.org.uk

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Helme Hall Nursing Care Home

Premium Quality Specialist Nursing, Residential and Living with Dementia Care Helme Hall is a unique Victorian country house in the quiet village of Helme, near Meltham, Holmfirth. The 19th century hall nestles in its own 20 acre gardens and estate made up of formal and woodland areas. At Helme Hall we believe that our residents deserve to receive a five-star service where individuality is celebrated and emphasised and where the team have time to give attention to the small, but very important details. We are a specialised Nursing Care Home for individuals who are living with dementia. We provide specialist nursing and residential care For more information or to book a personal visit please ring 01484 850165

Helme Lane, Helme, Meltham, Holmfirth HD9 5RL. 01484 850165.

• Independence • Choice • Privacy • Fulfilment

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HELME Hall has retained many of its original architectural and design features and is full of character and nostalgia for residents to enjoy, therefore affording country house living from a bygone age. The Hall has been a nursing care home for more than 30 years making it one of the oldest and best established homes in the area. Helme Hall meets the nursing and residential needs of older persons requiring assistance with their daily lives. The home is light and airy and has spacious en suite accommodation. There are also a number of recreational and social rooms for residents to partake in the social activities offered within the home, or perhaps spend quieter time enjoying the magnificent vista over the enchanting and ever changing

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country scene reflected through our formal and informal gardens and our woodland copses. There is also a network of wheelchair friendly paths crisscrossing the formal grounds and garden area leading to a terraced woodland viewing point. Helme Hall further meets the needs of persons who are living with dementia in a separate, purposefully redesigned and refurbished unit known as the “Helme View” suite This is a small unit with a highly skilled and experienced team who offer the values of our organisation being kindness, empathy and understanding. The suite has a large lounge, restaurant, sun room area and apartment style accommodation. At Helme Hall there is a very focused and dedicated team who pride themselves on the pursuance of excellence through their person centred approach to care, both engaging home life and links and networks in the wider local community.

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We are able to assist you with:

HOW would you feel if a stranger had the power to decide how you should be treated medically or where you should be living? Or if somebody you didn’t want to run your finances was given control of them. In 2014 this sounds farfetched but with estimates that one in three people over the age of 65 will suffer from dementia, this could actually happen if you do not have a Lasting Power of Attorney set up. If you do not have a Lasting Power of Attorney, the Court of Protection will appoint a deputy to manage your affairs for you which has caused many charities to call for earlier planning. Ashley Iredale, Partner at Armitage Sykes explains: “Gaining a Court of Protection order can be expensive and take time. With a Lasting Power of Attorney the individual wishes of whom and how their affairs are managed remain. “There are legal safeguards to the use

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• The creation and administration of trusts • Court of protection matters

Please note that we are able to assist in the administration of an estate even when we have not drafted the deceased’s Will. We are experienced, professional and clear in our advice and our fee structures.

Please do not hesitate to call us on:

01484 538121

72 New North Rd, Huddersﬁeld HD1 5NW

We are here to help you with all aspects of estate planning and estate administration No charge for your initial discussion on the phone, if you would just like to discuss what you need to do

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A guIDE To DowNsIzING ARE you thinking of selling your current home and opting to buy a specially built retirement apartment/flat/bungalow? Here are five tips on what you need to consider before buying a property specially created for your retirement

1) Do youR REsEARcH There are certain caveats relating to buying a retirement home depending on whether it is freehold or leasehold so ensure you understand the rules prior to parting with any money. For example, with leased retirement blocks, you might be advised that your flat can only be sold to someone that is 55 or over. Seek independent legal advice and confirm that you can also resell on the open market, so that you rather than the management company will benefit from an uplift in property prices. Additionally, with this type of contract, your lawyer will explain that there are restrictions on renovations, alterations and landscaping so it is important to understand your rights before signing.

2) AGE GRouP Moving into a retirement building is a great opportunity to form new friendships. Some properties are restricted to 55 and over but others are designed to cater for much older people who are still relatively independent and combine care facilities. It is fundamental that you investigate and liaise with the agent to establish what age groups are currently living within the block before purchasing your new home. 3) Fees Establish whether you can afford a retirement property by finding out what service and maintenance charges are required for its upkeep, taking into consideration building insurance, water and fuel bills, ground rent (RPI linked), and council tax. If fees are high, your pension fund might not be sufficient so ensure that you can support your lifestyle before investing. A good way to do this

is by using residual capital from the sale of a previous house to contribute to the annual costs. If you are buying off plan, ask the agent for an estimated breakdown of the charges and dates that instalments are due including a deposit that will need to be secured in advance, to help you set a budget.

4) TAx Before selling your current home, consider your tax position. Rather than buying a retirement apartment/flat with money from the sale of a previous property, you can donate it to beneficiaries such as your children at any time. They could remortgage and lease it as a buy to let which would generate a new flow of income. If you live for seven years after gifting your house, it is exempt from Inheritance Tax. However if you continue to live in it rent-free for that time period, it’s known as a ‘gift with reservation of benefit’ and you will be expected to pay this levy- call the Inheritance Tax Helpline for more information https://www.gov.uk/ inheritance-tax/inheritance-tax-planningpassing-on-property

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COUNCIL TAX RATES FOR LIVED-IN ANNEXES TO FALL BY 50% TAX break expected to knock £500 a year off total household Council Tax bills

Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles has announced new Government plans to remove an unpopular Council Tax surcharge on family annexes or so-called ‘granny flats’ in an effort to support the housing needs of extended families. This reduction of 50% came into effect in April 2014 with many households containing annexes welcoming the estimated £500 annual saving. The reduction will only be applicable to annexes however which are supporting a family member - so grandparents are the most likely.

With an already estimated 24,150 family annexes present in the UK, it is hoped this tax break will encourage more families to build so-called ‘granny flats’ further boosting the construction industry and enabling more older people to live independent lives. The current legislation is all to do with kitchens! If you are building a new home and you only install one kitchen then only one Council Tax will apply. The moment you start adding a second kitchen you are in trouble. Obviously the very nature of an annexe means you need a kitchen. There’s little point having granny or nanny in their own annexe if they need to appear in the family kitchen every time they want to

make a sandwich!” With both an ageing population and young people finding it difficult to get on the housing ladder, the Government wants to remove barriers to extended families living together. Ministers believe the tax cut will ultimately save taxpayers’ money by helping reduce adult social care costs in the long-term. It will deliver against the Government’s commitment to help more people live independently. The reforms will also increase housing supply and support the construction trade. Mr Pickles said: “I believe the Government should be supporting hard-working families who do the right thing. Removing the family tax penalty

on annexes and home improvements will help provide more affordable housing and strengthen the bonds that tie society together. By cutting town hall taxes on family annexes, extensions and home improvements, we are supporting aspiration and choice, as well as giving a boost to the construction sector and local traders”. These common sense tax cuts will increase the provision of affordable housing to those on lower and middle incomes. Encouraging extended families to stay together will reduce social care costs to the taxpayer, and protect independence and dignity for the elderly as well as give the family peace of mind.

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HOW TIME FLIES! WHO can believe it’s a year since the new Lala’s reataurant opened in Hudderfield or that it would prove such a hit with diners from all over the area.

Restaurant owner Junior, who created the large restaurant from the former Yorkshire Building Society premises in Britannia Buildings, is now looking forward to celebrating the restaurant’s first anniversary and would like to thank all his customers, young and old, for their continued support. To help mark the anniversary Junior has some special offers for his customers (see advert for detail) but these include one offer of a free bottle of house wine and a second offer of 15% off the total food bill. Whatever the occasion - a midweek meal or a special event - remember that Lala’s is a great place to celebrate. Because of it’s size, it can easily accommodate larger groups of people and is in great demand for birthday celebrations, anniversaries etc. With live entertainment as well every Wednesday, there’s even more reason to try Lala’s. The opening of the 120 seater restaurant in this very grand setting last

year was greeted by many as just what Huddersfield needed. Centrally placed, it is ideal for easy parking on nearby streets and has much to recommend it. Serving authentic Kashmiri cuisine, the opening of Lala’s followed on from the success of similar restaurants in nearby Batley, Bradford and Wakefield. The restaurant was designed to be in keeping with the old Grade 11 listed building and offers dining out on a grand scale in a restored building full of ornate coving, marble pillars and chandeliers which sit alongside the more contemporary fixtures and fittings. Lala’s is a popular choice every night of the week and many diners like to sit in the black and gold booths which provide a little privacy from other diners. The restaurant takes bookings for eight or more. It operates on a first come, first served but don’t worry, there is plenty of seating and the restaurant also has a private function room with a further 100 seats. The menu is wide and varied, specialising in sizzling pan-cooked balti dishes from the mountaineous region of Kashmir. Why not visit soon and see what Huddersfield has been talking about for the past 12 months?

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night with Michael Buble on Wednesday July 30 and a night with Diana Ross on Wednesday September 24. Don’t forget the upstairs function room which can be hired out for special occasions such as birthday celebrations, anniversaries etc. If you’ve got family events coming up in the next few months, why not book the function room for a landmark birthday or silver or golden wedding anniverary etc.

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HD1 is an independent kitchen, bedroom and bathroom specialist selling luxury items at affordable prices. We offer a fully fitted project managed installation - or a simple supply only - and whichever you choose we are sure you will not be disappointed with our price, product and commitment to turn your dreams into reality. We offer a free planning and design service where you will be visited at your home and have an easy, no pressure meeting with our design team. This enables our experts to find out what your needs are so we can help plan your ideal room. Alternatively, you can bring your measurements to the showroom and we

You will not be disappointed with our service can offer a design layout on our CAD system which will help you envisage your dream room. With over 20 years of experience in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry we are sure whether you choose a solid oak hand crafted kitchen or a simple vanity unit you will not be disappointed with our service. Visit our showroom in Huddersfield town centre or call us to book an appointment.

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SILVER SURFERS SILVER SURFERS DOING IT IN STYLE DOING IT IN STYL THE Internet Age pensioner is thriving across the UK – with the grey generation taking new technology in its stride.

A new poll has found that retirees from across the country are becoming part of a growing generation of IAPs (Internet Age Pensioners), thanks to their grasp of hi-tech skills. Research from McCarthy & Stone, Britain’s leading builder of retirement housing, found that more than half of adults aged over 60 are comfortable with downloading new apps, are happy to back up their PC with security software and think nothing of transferring content to their iPhones, or uploading pictures on Facebook. Whilst 84 per cent of respondents said they still like to keep in contact with their friends and family via the telephone, 37 per cent are frequent users of Facebook, and 61 per cent of those regularly use it for messaging purposes. Gill Sabin, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for McCarthy & Stone, said: “There is a perception that retirees are less knowledgeable when it comes to technology, but that really isn’t the case anymore. For example,

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MUCH MORE THAN PLANTS WITH spectacular views and an award-winning coffee shop, there’s little wonder that Brooklands Nurseries is such a popular spot with all ages.

Ideal for visitors from nine to 90, this is a local nursery that has much more than plants. Children in particular love to see Brookland’s black swans who live on the pond in front of the coffee shop, and also the other animals which include ducks and geese, wallabies and chickens. It’s a great place for parents and grandparents to visit, safe in the knowledge that children will find plenty to occupy them while you choose your plants to add colour and interest to your garden. After all this, take a seat in the coffee shop and enjoy a wonderful view over

New Mill and Jackson Bridge with your cuppa or lunch. Set in the heart of Summer Wine country, Brooklands has been established for 20 years and has a large selection of plants, trees and shrubs all grown on the hardy hills above Holmfirth. Open all year round, it is particularly popular in spring and summer with gardeners looking for bedding plants, hanging baskets and much more, all at very competitive nursery prices. Brooklands is also a popular place with walkers and has information on a series of circular walks which begin and end at the coffee shop so you either start your day with a hearty breakfast or end your walk with a welcome cuppa. Take the whole family to Brooklands this summer and see why hundreds of local people have already discovered this hidden gem.

GREAT CHOICE FOR YOUR HOME LOOKING for new carpets or a rug? Then look no further than the long established Steve’s Carpets in Huddersfield’s Queensgate Market. Steve, who has been a familiar figure in the market for many years, always has a good choice of both modern and traditional carpets in both plain and patterned designs to suit all tastes and all budgets. His choice of rugs also includes various designs and a wide range of sizes. With a wide experience of carpet fitting across the town, Steve knows that older people in particular worry about ordering new carpets because

of the hassle involved with moving furniture. He said: “You needn’t worry. Our fitters are quite happy to move furniture for people who are older or who live on their own and we will also take away the old carpet free of charge. Hopefully this will take away any worries they may have. We also offer free local delivery which is always another bonus.’’ Steve’s Carpets has regular offers on all types of carpet so have a look next time you go in Queensgate Market. At the moment there are some really great offers on all display carpets - see advert for details. Thinking about a new carpet, then Steve’s your man!

BROOKLANDS

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www.brooklands-nurseries.co.uk Follow Scholes signs from New Mill

Open 7 Days: 9am-5pm , including bank holidays SCHOLES, NEW MILL, HOLMFIRTH HD9 1UJ

Come to the Grower 200 VARIETIES

OF SUMMER BEDDING AND BASKET PLANTS, INCLUDING: Marigolds, Lobelia, etc pack of 12 for .... £2.95 Surﬁnia .................................................. £1.15 each Herbaceous Perennials £4.50 or 5 for ... £15 Tomato Plants 95p / Shirley .................. £1.25 Courgettes ............................................. £1.50 Alpines £1.50, 5 for ............................... £6 Herbs £1.50, 5 for ................................. £6 Pot-grown blackcurrants, 3 Potted raspberry canes, etc, .............................................. £4.95

Huge selection of award-winning hanging baskets fr. fr £7.95 Order now collect end of May c See Wallace, Gromit, Willermina & Winkle the wallabies and join our lambnaming competition to win a prize! Relax and enjoy the spectacular views overlooking he ponds w it its waterfowl, ducks with an and swans from various parts of the world

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