Reasons To Love Growing Old
Here are just some of the reasons you can actively love growing old as the years go by, and appreciate the later period of your life. There are currently nearly…
6 Reasons You Shouldn’t Downsize When You Get Older
Statistics show that over half of those in the UK aged 65 and over would be tempted to downsize their home as they age. If this is something you have…
Lasting Power of Attorney: It’s Not Just About Finances
Putting in place a Power of Attorney is something that most of us don’t usually consider until an urgent situation arises. Sadly, that can mean that not all parties have…
Managing Type 1 Diabetes In Older People
Find out about how type 1 diabetes can be successfully managed to ensure that a person has the quality of life they deserve. There are around 400,000 people with type…
Looking For Elderly Care? Tips For Families
If you’re looking for elderly care these tips will help you feel more able to get started and navigate your search more effectively. In some areas of the UK as…
In-Home Care: The Perfect Solution When Recovering From Surgery?
Post-operative care in the home can be highly beneficial for older people recovering from surgery. Read about how it could help you recuperate more quickly. Surgery recovery can be physically…
Diabetes In The Elderly, How Carers Can Help Manage The Condition
Find out how carers in your own home can help actively manage diabetes in the elderly, for overall better health, better mobility and increased independence. Half of all people in…
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…