Swimming and aqua aerobics are very popular forms of exercise, which can be done at any...

When you think of exercise, you may think of an hour or so at the gym,...

Breathing exercises can help older people and their carers to relax and de-stress, as well as...

Live well for longer How age affects health of your ageing parent From stiff joints to...

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

Our bones contain collagen (protein), calcium salts and other minerals. Each bone is made up of...

Asked to provide the top ten pieces of advice for people living with dementia and their...

We have all become much more sedentary since the 1950s. Eight out of ten adults used...

Sleep patterns change as you age, because the body produces lower levels of growth hormone, which...

Keeping your parent safe at home is obviously of paramount importance. Home should be where they...

Why elderly people tend to fall (Watch our video with key tips on fall prevention) Falls...

When your parent suddenly has more spare time, there is obviously more scope to do some...

Much of our education system is really just training.  Especially in times of economic recession, people...

One of the main things to bear in mind is the vital importance to start ageing...

Severe cold snaps can have dramatic effects on everyday life, especially for the elderly. Cold and wintry conditions can...

Why is it important for older people to exercise and use a personal trainer? Unless people do...

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

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...

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

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...

It can be very upsetting having to witness the decline in the mental abilities of a...

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

When your ageing parent is bereaved, whether their partner’s death was sudden, or prolonged, it takes...