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

Follow this action plan and take these simple steps to help you shop around and get the best deal possible on your landline and broadband.

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When a neighbour called to say that mum had been found buttering her bread with a...

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Everyone knows and understands the importance of exercise and physical activity, every day we are bombarded...

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

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Buying stair lifts for a home can be a daunting task and here we take you...

Stroke – the facts A stroke is a brain attack. It happens when the blood supply...

Here is our guide to some of the most common queries that people have about funerals...

What are the types of problems the ageing need to see their GP about? Life can get...

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The ability to provide reliable care at home without vast numbers of staff being involved is...

Modern technology offers many conveniences for older people, whether it is automation for assisted living, Telecare,...

Caring for someone can take its toll on your physical and mental health, social life, career and relationships. Taking time out to look after yourself is important if you’re to continue supporting yourself and the person you’re caring for. Here are some of the different types of support available.

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People use all kinds of technology in the home to make their lives easier. We might...

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

There are a staggering number of people in the UK aged over 65, who live alone...

Deciding on the right care home for a loved one is a daunting and time-consuming task.With...

Assistive technology refers to a wide range of gadgets, or  disability equipment that can help your...

Beating Bowel Cancer is the leading UK charity for bowel cancer patients, working to raise awareness...

For many of us, family members are the ones that we can always depend on. They...