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
practical 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. 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 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 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 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.