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

Everyone needs a break from the usual routine and that includes your retired older parents too....

The country faces a major housing crisis, with not enough new homes being built for our...

Here are our top tips on the optimum foods for the elderly to eat to stay...

Ageing is a normal process and generally speaking the changes taking place are gradual, allowing the...

It is widely acknowledged that moving house is among the most stressful experiences in life In...

It is estimated that over 500,000 older people are abused in the UK every year. Elder...

Arthritis, both rheumatoid and osteo, is an extremely painful disease, which causes joints to swell and...

Trying to make sensible decisions about how to fund care is very difficult, especially when you...

Falls in older people are frequent and can lead to serious fractures, joint replacements and other...

Where your parent lives is important for their health and wellbeing. Many, indeed most, older people aim...

Passwords on computers are a nightmare for all of us. We need them for shopping, banking,...

First of all, remember to take the tablets 70% of all admissions are due to long...

As we grow older, we start to witness the unfortunate and often distressing decline of our...

Roundabout’s motto is “Turning Lives Around” and we do, running dramatherapy projects with people of all...

Alarm pendants are small button alarms that are worn around the neck, or on the wrist, and...

Making a complaint to any organisation can be difficult, time consuming and stressful, so these tips...

Although dementia is a relatively common disease, it is not an inevitable part of growing old....

Caring for ageing parents can put a huge strain on families, particularly those people who may...

What is Arthritis? The term arthritis literally means “joint inflammation,” but it is generally used to...

If you’re wondering how you can get help with your care home fees, this helpful guide...

Why older people should volunteer Research has shown that for older adults, volunteering can be an...

For many, retiring to settle down in a place with warmer weather, different scenery and a change...

The number of people who are getting divorced during their retirement years is on the increase....

It’s difficult to persuade older people to have care at home There is a fine line...

Mobile phones can be a very useful line of communication for older people and their children,...

Keeping the ‘important stuff’ safe Vital documents such as birth and marriage certificates, wills, lasting power...

Who is eligible for a free boiler? If your older relative owns their own home or...

What is homesharing? Homeshare schemes provide low-cost practical live-in help, companionship and support to elderly people...

The new state pension is changing on 6 April 2016. How will state pension affect older people? They’ll remain...