Elderly drink drivers You have an awkward dilemma. You know someone elderly is drinking and driving, what do you do …
Bath step aids
Bath step aids for the elderly Many elderly people find getting in and out of the bath difficult but …
Poor care standards
Poor Care Standards I would like to think that since the disclosure of poor care standards at the Stafford Hospital …
Home care now and in the future
I have just completed the Guardian Home Care Survey which questioned my experience of Home Care provision. This questioned me …
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Today has been a mixed day for me emotionally. At 7 am this morning I was talking to my …
Lonely lives of the elderly
Lonely lives of the rural elderly The Daily Telegraph reported on the 22nd of July on the lonely lives of …
Design flaws in retirement developments
This is another observation in the lack of thought that is applied at the planning and design stages of some …
Skin Cancer Awareness
We all know the risk associated with Skin Cancer but few of us have probably witnessed the devastating effects it …
Can anti-oxidant foods prevent Dementia?
Can anti-oxidant foods prevent Dementia ? Anti-oxidant has become a little of a buzz-word now. So what does it mean …
Foods to avoid whilst taking Warfarin
Foods to avoid whilst taking Warfarin Warfarin is a widely prescribed medication for those at risk of a …
Heat wave: Caring for older people
Heat wave: Caring for older people Older people are at increased risk of heat related illness, especially if they live …
TV remote controls for those with sight loss
Remote Controls for those with sight loss I personally feel it is essential to help those with sight loss remain …
Free St Johns Ambulance App
Free St Johns Ambulance App I have just downloaded the free St Johns Ambulance App from the Apple app store. …
Learn from older people
Learn from Older People Methodist Homes (MHA) are hosting their conference on Wednesday 13th of November. This day long …
Rob Cares !
Rob Harris is “Rob Cares” I stumbled across Rob Harris on Twitter and was obviously curious as we share a …
Over 60 ? What should you be eating ?
If you are over 60 what should you be eating ? Vitamins are vital as we age. Physiological and psychological …
How to ensure an elderly person feels valued
How to ensure an elderly person feels valued. This to me is such an important subject and here are …
Bunions
What causes Bunions and what treatments are available ? I have terrible feet ! I was born with a bent …