Many issues can cause depression as people age, such as retirement, the death of friends and...

Loneliness and social isolation is a reality for many older people all year round, but it...

Optometrists provide eye examination and they undertake screening for any eyes or general health conditions. They...

The two most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and many people do not know the...

A new report, backed by Esther Rantzen and the Patients Association, has identified the care choice...

Flu can be fatal Many people assume that getting flu is just like getting a bad cold,...

Dementia is a term for a set of symptoms, which can include loss of memory, mood...

In Europe, over half of all the people with diabetes are aged over 60, so it...

What is bowel cancer? Bowel cancer can affect any part of the colon, rectum or anus...

If your Mum or Dad uses a wheelchair to get around, either all the time or...

Dental pain, an upset stomach, or a dry mouth can make eating difficult for older people...

Internet security is one of the great invisible challenges of our age. National spy agencies and...

Assessment of Capital for the Elderly Most forms of capital and savings are assessable and will...

What are the key issues? Issues faced by older people with learning disabilities are similar to...

Recent statistics from Ofcom show that the number of people aged 65 and over accessing the...

Here are our recommended top superfoods to keep older people fit and healthy Protein The body...

Here are our top tips to keep the elderly safe at home Safety for elderly in...

Here our myageingparent’s top ten tips for keeping your parent safe in their home. Watch our...

Why choose live in care? Live in care is a modern solution, which helps relieve the...

Grandparents are now the most common source of informal childcare in the UK, with nearly two...

How can we stay fit and well as we age? Drink and drink some more: It’s critical...

Looking  after the grandchildren isn’t always easy Keep advice to a minimum Having had children yourself, you...

Treating your ageing parent to a manicure or pedicure can genuinely boost their well-being, as hands...

Arthritis Care is our Charity of the Month for April Around 10 million people suffer with...

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition One person in every 500 has Parkinson’s. That’s about 127,000...

A home registered for nursing will provide personal care (help with washing, dressing and giving medication),...

Alive!, founded as a charity in 2009, provides activity sessions for older people living in residential...

Grandparents often go above and beyond the call of duty, especially in today’s society, when more...