Elderly Care this winter is ever more crucial as this winter has been predicted to be a long and bitterly cold one. Age UK state that last year’s winter claimed the lives of thousands of older people. During this time there was an increase in...
Read moreDementia and Loneliness Wellbeing
Dementia and Loneliness are the conditions affecting the emotional wellbeing of our older people the most. Mental health issues and depression are commonly found amongst older people too. Improving Wellbeing Helping the wellbeing of dementia and...
Read moreTalking to parents about home care
As our parents get older they may require help with carrying out tasks around the house or managing their self care independently. Using a quality home care company is one positive solution which can benefit the whole family. Many elderly people...
Read moreHome care or care home – Making the choice
When someone you love has problems to manage the daily tasks of taking care of themselves and their home, it may be time to consider providing extra care and support. For many families, this can be a difficult decision. They may live too...
Read moreDementia – diagnosis and planning
Caring for a person with dementia can be stressful, difficult and overwhelming; particularly as the illness progresses and you watch the person you love slip away. Currently less than half of the people living with dementia receive a...
Read moreSymptoms and signs of stroke
Firstly, if you suspect someone is having a stroke, immediately call 999 for an ambulance. What is a stroke? A stroke is a very serious condition where the brains supply of oxygen has been cut off which can very quickly cause the death of...
Read moreDiet and nutrition
Hi Everyone, Recently I have been thinking about how we all read and hear a lot of messages in the news papers and on TV about the importance of healthy eating. I know we are not always so good at following it, because it seems that every...
Read moreKeep Warm This Winter
Winter is here and the days (and nights) are getting colder. There has been plenty of very cold weather so far this year so we all need to be prepared. Keeping warm is really important for health and well-being, so here are a few hints and...
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