Blue Zone Phenomenon – Can Care At Home Help You Live Longer?
You may be wondering what we mean when we talk about the Blue Zone Phenomenon. These are areas across the world which are known for the longevity of the people…
Long-Distance Caregiving – Stay Connected and Offer Support
When families live many miles from one another, challenges can arise when an elderly family member needs regular care. Providing long-distance caregiving and support requires a combination of remote coordination,…
Celebrating Ageing – Embracing the Journey and the Pleasures
In today’s world it can sometimes feel that there is little to be enthusiastic about. Add getting older into the equation, and one could be forgiven for hiding under the…
Benefits and Challenges of Living with Ageing Parents
The housing crisis in the UK is one of the factors said to be behind the growing trend of adults living with their elderly parents. According to recent Census data…
A Proactive Approach to Preventing Falls
Falls are one of the most common issues which can result in hospitalisation for older people so preventing falls needs a proactive approach. Falls can affect anyone, but people over…
Becoming a Family Caregiver – Tips To Be Better Prepared
If you’ve decided that looking after a loved one at home is the best option then you’ll need to be fully prepared for what it means in practice to become…
Respite For Them, Respite For You
Looking after a family member who may need full time care because of complex health issues or cognitive decline can be challenging. And, even though you may see this as…
The Cost Of Care On Family Relationships
The cost of care has significant effects on family relationships and dynamics affecting everything from finances to the wellbeing of family members. As the ageing population increases along with increases…
Are You A Family Caregiver? How Respite Care Can Help You
Read about how respite care can help you as a family caregiver to maintain your own health and well-being while still ensuring your loved one is looked after. 1 in…
5 Foods To Keep You Healthy In The Colder Weather
Five tasty and healthy foods for you to enjoy as the weather gets colder to maintain physical health and good nutrition levels. According to the latest Health Survey for…