Falls: Understanding Risk Factors and Tips for Prevention
Around 33% of older people fall at least once a year, often even more than that. Falling can result in visits to A&E and even extended stays in hospital. Fractured…
Elderly Care: Facts, Figures & Costs
39% of those in residential care and 53.5% in nursing homes NEVER LEAVE THEIR HOME, compared with just 14% who receive live-in care 98% of live-in care clients say the…
Fall-Related Injuries – A Serious Problem for Older People
Every day over 8,000 people over 65 suffer a fall and the resulting fall-related injuries are a serious problem for older people. A third of people over 65 and half…
Elderly Care: Better At Home
A significant increase in demand for elderly care is anticipated in the UK as the number of over 85s is expected to grow by 36% to around 2 million in…
5 Old-Age Myths You Need To Take Seriously
Read about the truth behind common old-age myths, ensuring you can maintain a healthy body and mind in later life. Getting older is something that many of us fear, for…
5 Myths About Ageing You Shouldn’t Believe
Read about common ageing myths and the truth behind them to help you unlock a healthier future in later life. The media and society tells us a lot about ageing,…
Health Tips for Men in Their 70s
Getting older can be a wonderful time, when all the wisdom and experience you have accrued enable you to lead the kind of life you always wanted. However, it is…
Health Tips For Women In Their 70s
Read our key health tips for women in their 70’s to help you remain in great shape in later life. It doesn’t matter what age you are, being mindful of…
Simple Activities To Keep Fit in Mind And Body in Old Age
Keeping in great shape as you age is something you can achieve. Read about these easy activities that everyone can do to keep fit physically and mentally in later life.…
Essential Foods To Maintain Good Health in Old Age
For optimum health and nutritional support, read about some of the main foods to boost your well-being in later life. Statistics from the ONS show that the population is living…