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Older people

More than 31,000 in 2024: Spectacular rise in centenarians in France

Women in particular are living longer, a new report shows

Video: Frenchwoman and world’s oldest pianist to release her 7th album

Colette Maze still practises for four to five hours a day and has been playing piano for over a century

First stereotype busting event for older people being held in Paris

The aim of the event to give a voice to retirees

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Six pieces of advice if you plan to grow old in France

Having difficult conversations early is key to ageing happily abroad says columnist Cynthia Spillman

French benefit explainer: Apa, help to stay independent in older age

The personalised autonomy allowance can help older people continue to live in their own home or be used to fund care home costs

Older drivers in France will not have to sit medical, says minister

France is opposed to a ‘licence expiry date’, he said but one accident victim has called his position ‘appalling’

French woman takes 101-year old grandmother on epic Spanish road trip

We talk to Fiona Lauriol, who took her centenarian grandmother out of the nursing home in which she was deteriorating to go on an unforgettable road trip through Spain in a camper van

France ‘lagging behind’ in age-proofing homes as aid scheme announced

France has unveiled plans for a new aid scheme to help people adapt their homes for old age, and associations say it is long overdue

Care homes in France: Is living with a host family an alternative?

Family hosting, known as accueil familial, is possible and can be an option for older or disabled people, although not if people require constant care

All Covid vaccines now open to over-60s in France: Your FAQs

You cannot choose which vaccination you receive but you can choose where you book an appointment, which determines the vaccine used

Ehic loss: Older British visitors would be hardest hit

Older British people with health problems may face major difficulties obtaining cover for visits to France, including to second homes, after the end of the transition period from January 1.

French tax advice: can over 65s get money off tax bills?

In the July small business and tax advice column, a reader's question on money off tax bills for over 65s is answered.

Technology drives me batty

I agree with the debate in your October issue ( Should older drivers take a medical to keep motoring?).

New report: Life expectancy growing in France

Life expectancy in France is growing but “traditional” nuclear families are becoming less common, according to a new report by national statistics bureau Insee.

France to remove one bank holiday to fund elderly care

The French government is expected to announce the removal of one public holiday a year - with no extra pay for workers - as a means to finance increased support for older people.

French retirees ‘better off’ than peers, says report

French retired people are much better off than many of their peers from other European nations, according to a new report from French economic development agency OCDE.

Diabetes increase in France due to obesity, says study

Rates of diabetes in France are said to be rising due to increasing levels of obesity and excess weight, according to a national study from Public Health France ( Santé Publique France ).

France’s much-loved ‘oldest person’ dies aged 114

Honorine Rondello, who was considered to be ‘France’s oldest woman' and 'oldest person overall' has died this week at the age of 114.

This Sunday, give a flower to an elderly person

If you know an older person living near you who might appreciate a kind gesture and some company, a national event this Sunday could help.

Do I have to claim exemption from the taxe foncière?

Can you please explain how older people may qualify for an exemption from the taxe foncière? Is it automatic or do I have to claim it? I am 75 but last winter I had to pay tax of more than €1,000. S.G.

Older people

More than 31,000 in 2024: Spectacular rise in centenarians in France

Video: Frenchwoman and world’s oldest pianist to release her 7th album

First stereotype busting event for older people being held in Paris

Six pieces of advice if you plan to grow old in France

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French benefit explainer: Apa, help to stay independent in older age

Older drivers in France will not have to sit medical, says minister

French woman takes 101-year old grandmother on epic Spanish road trip

France ‘lagging behind’ in age-proofing homes as aid scheme announced

Care homes in France: Is living with a host family an alternative?

All Covid vaccines now open to over-60s in France: Your FAQs

Ehic loss: Older British visitors would be hardest hit

French tax advice: can over 65s get money off tax bills?

Technology drives me batty

New report: Life expectancy growing in France

Study: French people taking retirement later and later

France rules out health checks on older drivers

Ranking: Best 50 best towns in France to retire to

France to remove one bank holiday to fund elderly care

French city has students living in elderly care homes

Volunteers help target older people’s loneliness

Intermarché to open shop designed for older people

Clip-clop of hooves cheers up care home

Richest live 13 years longer than poorest, says study

French retirees ‘better off’ than peers, says report

Diabetes increase in France due to obesity, says study

France’s much-loved ‘oldest person’ dies aged 114

This Sunday, give a flower to an elderly person

Do I have to claim exemption from the taxe foncière?