After a very mild start, winter is finally making itself felt in the UK, as temperatures...

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

Whilst much of the UK is currently experiencing record mild temperatures for December, it’s also worth...

Many older people in the UK are unaware that they are entitled to receive cash benefits...

It’s been a long winter, but, but now we’ve hit the hot weather and this can...

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

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

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

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

Before I started tai chi, I had been a couch potato for many years. I had...

We all want well groomed, healthy finger and toe nails, but this can be difficult,  as...

It’s been the warmest December since records began in 1910 and the wettest month ever recorded...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… so we thought it would be a good...

The skin forms a natural protective barrier that as we age becomes less effective.  It is...

They say “You’re never too old to fall in love” and it seems to be true. Just...

Summer has arrived with the latest heatwave officially welcoming the warmer months ahead. To make sure...

We know that encouraging our older parents to eat a balanced diet is important in keeping...

We have ten extremely helpful, simple to do, tips for you to follow to stay healthy and...

It may be getting to the stage when your parent or relative is finding it difficult...

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

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

A lot of the time your boiler and heating system can seem pretty daunting, especially to...

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

How can I encourage my parents to keep active?  This is a question we often hear. We...