Although designed for school children, this website has proved very popular with older learners.
From maths, English literature and science to news, religion and British birds, there are more than 500 quizzes covering 12 subjects.
Education Quizzes
Third Age Press Blog
Gransnet
Gransnet is a fascinating site simply exploding with news, resources, discussion forums and opportunities aimed at ‘grannies’ but any older person will find it worth a visit. http://www.gransnet.com Sign up (free of charge) to be a member and receive the weekly online newsletter
It’s never too late to fall in love
It’s never too late to have a fling . . . for autumn is just as nice as spring . . . it’s never too late to fall in love! (Sandy Wilson, The Boyfriend) We have had a huge response to our call for short romantic stories. A short list of 44 stories (see below) […]
Age UK
Age UK is a new organisation created by the amalgamation of Age Concern and Help the Aged.
Feisty Side of Fifty
an American website for ‘Baby Boomer Women’ that aims to ‘totally transform the spirit and style of aging’.
It invites you to ‘join the forum and share your thoughts, experiences, humour and sass as you shine in all your mature magnificence.’ It even has a radio station!
Age Concern ~ now Age UK
Age Concern and Help The Aged have now become Age UK. See the Age UK link for full details.
Do you have a bee in you bonnet?
******** DO YOU HAVE A BEE IN YOUR BONNET . . . about ageing and/or the way we are treated by the press or younger people? Now you can get it off your chest and engage in a lively dialogue. Third Age has opened a BLOG – EngAge With Age. Just click on BLOG […]
University of the Third Age (U3A)
Trips for Older Females and Fellows (TOFFS)
TOFF is a non-profit making voluntary organisation which organises visits for anyone 50+ to the European Parliament with sight seeing, wine tasting and excursions to places of interest.
The Thelma and Louise Club
The Thelma and Louise club is an exclusive network for women. Members meet like-minded women, find travel buddies and plan dream adventures! Fully-fledged members are able to communicate with other TLc members, use instant messaging and access the message boards. Members can also enjoy holidays ranging from leisurely tours to challenging adventures, day trips, articles, plus TLc’s favourite products and services.