http://youtu.be/qZy3FjkVaSQ WHAT IS GOUT ? Several of my clients have gout and as I didn’t really know what it is was …
What are statins?
Statins are a class of medicines that are used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. They drugs block the action …
Why do elderly people have thick toenails ?
Have you noticed how elderly people have thick toenails? Why do elderly people have thick toenails ? I listened to …
Shingles jab for the elderly
Shingles vaccine to be offered routinely for the elderly People in their 70’s in the UK will be offered a …
Pressure Sores
Pressure sores – what are they and how to prevent them ? Also known as” bed sores” and now …
Companion Bus Pass
Companion Bus Passes Many elderly people rely on local buses as their main form of transport. No longer able to …
Help at Home for the elderly
Help at Home for the elderly Many elderly people want to remain at home for as long as possible. This …
Vertigo
I always thought vertigo was a fear of heights which I experience despite 10 parachute jumps to try and cure …
Activities for the Elderly
The person you care for may no longer still be able to do this but there are many activities …
Emergency Alarm For The Elderly
Emergency Alarm for the Elderly An emergency alarm for the elderly is almost essential and they are available from local …
Commodes
Commodes may help prevent falls Many elderly people need to visit the loo at night .The combination of walking in …
Preventing Leg Ulcers
Preventing Leg Ulcers. Preventing leg ulcers is vital. I have first hand experience of leg ulcers as I dressed …
What is Palliative Care
What is Palliative Care ? Death is rather like sex! No one really likes to talk about it. Most of …
What should you do when an elderly person falls?
If you were first to this gentleman what would you do ? What should you do when an elderly person …
Elderly friendly cities
I spent the Easter weekend in Manchester and one thing I noticed was the lack of elderly people. I live …
Blue Badge Renewal
The Blue Badge Scheme allows disabled car drivers and those who drive elderly and disabled passengers parking concessions. There are …
Gardening with sight loss.
Thrive is a national charity that helps people with a disability to start or continue gardening. Gardening has been proved …
Are our Supermarkets Elderly friendly ?
Are supermarket staff given special training to deal with their more elderly customers ? Are our supermarkets Elderly friendly ? …
How to help elderly people take medication Safely.
It’s important to know how to help elderly people take medication safely to avoid missed doses or accidental overdose. There are plenty of ways to do so and products to help.