Imagine waking up one day and finding yourself unable to carry out the most basic of every day tasks. From making a cup of tea to showering. Sadly, this is the reality many elderly people are facing. Care costs can be expensive and quite often the care provided can be sub-standard. My mother-in-law is 94…
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AD| Home Adaptations for the Elderly
Read moreGrowing old is a part of life. As much as we may not like to think about it, it’s something we cannot avoid. However, growing old doesn’t necessarily mean that life should be more difficult. I try my best to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. I do this for lots of different reasons. Firstly,…
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Gadgets to help make life easier for the elderly
Read moreMy mother in law is in her late eighties. I’ve known her for around 12 years now and I’ve watched her grow older over the last number of years. Growing old isn’t something we Brits like to talk about, but it’s inevitable and happens to all of us. I like to think that every elderly…
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Breaking Down Barriers: Helping The Elderly Learning New Skills
Read moreI often think about old age. Not that I’m in a hurry to grow old, as I most certainly am not! I think when you watch someone grow old, it can have a profound effect on your own outlook on life. I lost my mum when I was 18. She was just 50 years…
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Home Safety Tips for Eldery Loved Ones
Read moreHelping an elderly loved one feel safer at home is really important to help reduce risk of any injuries or other incidents. If you’d like a little extra help in optimising your elderly loved one’s home or even their routine at home, we’ve come up with a few home safety tips to hopefully help you.…
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Be A Good Neighbour This Christmas
Read moreImage courtesy of Dan/Freedigitalphotos.net This Christmas as you sit around a table with your family surrounded by good food and gifts galore, take a moment to remember those who are not as lucky as you and I. Like many people I’ll be enjoying Christmas day in the comfort of my own home. If it’s snowing…