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

Care funding Once the person has been assessed, the local authority can charge for the services...

When our parents need long-term care, whether care is delivered in their own home or a...

What is a personal budget? Personalisation, also known as Self-Directed Support, is a way of working...

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit that helps towards some of the extra costs you...

Choosing a home care provider is a critical task. The following questions may help you select...

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

There could be a multitude of reasons why someone wants you to step in and help...

Falls are common in older people and the risk of falling increases with increasing age A...

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...

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

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

Is it really all about the iPad, or are there better choices? Technology and its tools...

We’ve compiled an extensive list of apps to help care for your parent and to keep your...

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

Today it is hard to imagine living without computers, but did you know that already in...

David King writes about handling his mother-in-law’s finances I have been officially appointed as the “Financial...

Care is expensive, but there are ways in which you can make your care budget go...

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

As we grow older, we may naturally reach a point at which we, or our loved...

Older people often have complex, chronic conditions and there has been a significant shift in recent...

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

Get out and about and have some fun with your extended family. Just visiting friends and...

Shirley Ayres discusses her views on digital technology to enhance social care There has been considerable debate about the role...

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

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

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

If your partner used to manage the budget for some or all of the household finances, taking these on after they die can feel overwhelming. Follow these steps to find out how to take control of your money.

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