The winter is approaching and we want to ensure older people stay fit and well. Read...

There could be a multitude of reasons why someone wants you to step in and help...

Falls are common in older people and the risk of falling increases with increasing age A...

How is Parkinson’s diagnosed? Diagnosis of Parkinson’s is made by a doctor, who takes a detailed...

One of the biggest misconceptions about state-of-the-art technology is that it is solely reserved for the...

Happy people live longer! In a survey of almost 4000 people aged between 52 and 79,...

Falls are very common in older people and the risk of falling and resultant fractures increases...

Registering a death You have five days to register a death You should register the death...

As we age, so our ability to move freely can easily diminish.This can be caused by...

It is a fact that we are living longer these days, but it is also true...

What is Pilates? Pilates is a very popular form of exercise for all ages, not just...

People with dementia often find it difficult to access or use new forms of technology Touchscreen...

Email is a great way for older people to keep in touch with family and friends. Email...

For older people, eating well as they age  becomes even more important It increases their ability to...

What is retirement housing? Most retirement housing are available to people over the age of 60...

The overall aim of acupuncture is to restore the body’s equilibrium and it can be extremely...

Life can be lonely if your parent is on their own and at home for long...

If your elderly relative has been in hospital, it should be good news when they are...

Why do heart attacks happen? Most heart attacks are caused by coronary heart disease, which is...

Dementia is a condition which affects brain function. There are various types of dementia, such as...

Here are our top tips on how to eat well to glow with health. Drink plenty of...

What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapists (OTs) aim to enable older people to make the most...

My parents are getting on a bit now. I know they are, because I’ve hit middle...

The benefits of making a will are well known to members of the public, as it...

Is it really all about the iPad, or are there better choices? Technology and its tools...

Taking out private health insurance is costly, but are older people being penalised unnecessarily? You might...

Nuisance calls can make your elderly parent’s life a misery Nuisance calls and texts can cause...

Information for elderly nutrition… by dietitians Nutrition and Diet Resources UK (NDR-UK) is a registered charity,...