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Video guide to fixing boilers and heating systems for older people

15 Jan 15

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

The Complete Guide to Retirement Planning

13 Jan 15

Planning for your retirement is one of the most important things you’ll ever do, Follow our...

What is assisted living?

07 Jan 15

Assisted living generally means a residential place for older people, who would like or need help...

Depression in older people

30 Dec 14

Many issues can cause depression as people age, such as retirement, the death of friends and...

Combat elderly isolation this Christmas

15 Dec 14

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

Elderly suffer due to children’s busy lives

12 Dec 14

Loneliness among older people exacerbated by distance from family The pressure of their grown-up children’s work...

Relocation benefits for isolated older people

11 Dec 14

Our homes are more than just bricks and mortar: they are places that we invest copious...

Macular degeneration in elderly eyes

Optometrists provide eye examination and they undertake screening for any eyes or general health conditions. They...

Helping elderly to take medicine safely  

09 Dec 14

Many older people do not know how to take medicines safely and can often get confused....

How to help bereaved

02 Dec 14

How can you help someone who is bereaved? Spend time with the bereaved person they need to...

Prevent elderly loneliness at Christmas

29 Nov 14

Christmas is traditionally when families come together and whilst it is a magical time for children,...

How to keep elderly mobile through exercise

27 Nov 14

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

Difficulty of living with arthritis

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

How to alleviate carer stress

25 Nov 14

Being a carer is tough and sometimes you really need to take a break, even if...

How to help elderly to use computers

22 Nov 14

Watch our video guide to getting your parent on-line 1)  Understand why and how they want...

Older people should wear seatbelts

21 Nov 14

Wearing a seat belt has been compulsory since 1983, however a recent study conducted by ICM...

What is the difference between Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis?

19 Nov 14

What is the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and what can you do to alleviate...

What to consider before buying stair lifts

18 Nov 14

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

The Stroke Association

15 Nov 14

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

What should you know about Funeral Etiquette

11 Nov 14

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

Preventing loneliness at Christmas for older people

10 Nov 14

Last Christmas, 2013, more than 300,000 over 75s were believed to have spent Christmas Day alone...

How to access Mobile Chemotherapy

08 Nov 14

Mobile Chemotherapy Units (MCU) Most people receiving chemotherapy report their lives revolve around treatment and they struggle to...

How Fraudsters Scam Elderly Out of Cash

06 Nov 14

There is a new type of scam on the rise targeted against elderly people, so please...

Stairlifts are cheaper than you think

  Many people could benefit from a stairlift at home, but think that they cost too...

Psychological impact of falls on elderly

30 Oct 14

Fear of falling means 225,000 people aged over 75 won’t leave the house by themselves, according...

What is Telecare for the Elderly?

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

Having Fun Online Later in Life

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

Why your older parent should get a flu jab?

28 Oct 14

Flu can be fatal Many people assume that getting flu is just like getting a bad cold,...

How to manage direct payments to pay for elderly care

25 Oct 14

If you’ve opted to receive direct payments to pay for personal care services yourself, there are important things you should know – such as how to compare products and services and how to manage your budget effectively.

How personal assistants help provide care

Care workers or personal assistants can help you live independently in your own home. They may be provided directly by your local council (or Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland), with everything arranged for you. But if you decide to appoint one directly, using your own money or with direct payments, there’s a lot to think about.

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