Heirloom for one; clutter for another

Heirlooms or clutter with Clear Path professional organisers

Heirlooms hold memories and family connections for one person but for another, it may just become an item to clutter their home. But you can find a middle ground between honouring the person who bequeathed it and maintaining a clutter-free home. We collect so much during our lives and sometimes we cling to possessions in…

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5 ways to Help Your Parent Transition to a Senior Living Village

Transition parents to retirement village with Clear Path

Moving is one of the three most stressful events in one’s life and it doesn’t get easier with age; if anything, it gets harder and more stressful. Not only will your parents be going through the change of moving home, but their routines will also change. They may not continue to have as easy access…

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Demystifying tech terms

Image of WiFi for Clear Path article on Demystifying Internet terms

If you’re a senior citizen (or not) struggling to keep up with the ever-evolving language of technology, you’re not alone. With new words and phrases emerging regularly, it can be challenging to stay abreast.  We’ve compiled a list of common tech terms and their definitions to assist you. Whether you’re trying to understand your grandchildren’s…

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Seniors can foster senior dogs with Dogtown

Seniors can foster senior dogs like Lois

As you get older, you may be reluctant to adopt a puppy or very young dog for a number of reasons, including a reduced budget. Dogtown has changed all of that with its programme where seniors can foster senior dogs. Dogtown launched a programme Dogtown South Africa launched a foster programme in April 2022 and…

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Behind the scenes with Marylou Bawden

Photograph of Marylou Bawden and Janet Gerike

Janet chats with Marylou Bawden, owner and founder of Clear Path Senior and Speciality Move Managers, and explores her journey of building a successful business. Marylou tells us what motivated her to start the business, who inspires her, and what satisfies her soul. Finally, we hear what song she is dancing to in the quick-fire…

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