Detecting AMD – the Amsler grid
Detecting Age Related Macular Degeneration. This is the Amsler Grid Developed by a Swiss Opthalmologist Marc Amsler, the amsler grid …
Please sign this petition
Meet Joanne Fowler Meet an extraordinary woman who is fighting to prevent …
Scooters on Mobility allowance
Did you know you can now purchase a mobility scooter using mobility allowance? Over the past 35 years, Motability has …
Increase the volume of phone calls and music
Increase the Volume of phone calls and music. For people with hearing loss, the latest products from amplicomms will …
Know your numbers
Know your numbers – the emergency ones Do you know the new numbers for our emergency services ? I didn’t …
Urinary Tract Infections
What is a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection happens when bacteria in the bladder or kidney multiplies …
Bathing with wounds or casts
Bathing with wounds or casts Are you caring for a loved one who either has leg ulcers or has a …
Will Tech replace love
The future of elderly care could become the role of tech gadgets and less carer orientated. Yes this will keep …
Singing for the Brain
Singing for the brain. ‘Singing for the Brain’ is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to …
To make you smile
Sometimes it is nice for me to share something light hearted with you. A letter to the Prime Minister …
Cycling Without Age
This is a wonderful initiative slowly spreading in the UK and has arrived in my home city prompting me to …
One million pensioners left to fend for themselves – Telegraph
Age UK says that more than one million pensioners who need help with simple tasks are being left without …
Telephone scammers and the over 55’s
People over 55-years-old are more likely to fall prey to telephone scammers By Bath Chronicle | Posted: July 06, …
Memory loss in old age breakthrough offers dementia hope, say researchers
Breakthrough linking protein in blood to memory loss raises hopes for dementia treatment, and could be key to keeping people …
My Notes Medical
My Notes Medical is an exciting new project which help to improve patient care in the future and protect people …
Care Advice Awards 2015
I am delighted to announce that Caron Cares has been selected as a winner in the Care Advice Awards 2015. …
How can older people play a bigger role in society?
This is a link to an article in the Guardian. The main points from this discussion is how to make …
Please vote
*******NOMINATION TIME IS HERE AGAIN ***** Voting for the Older People in the Media awards is now open. This year …
Winter Fuel Payment.
Who can get the winter fuel payment and how much is it ? Don’t delay. Claim today ! The Winter …
Safety in the home – kettle tipper
Who enjoys a few cups of tea or coffee to to see them through their day? Most of us if the …
Dementiaville by Pippa Kelly
Dementiaville by Pippa Kelly. I really appreciate Pippa Kelly’s writing and love to share her work. For more from …
Why do we lose our sense of taste
Why do we lose our sense of taste as we age ? Our ability to taste is …
Diabetes and Alzheimers Link.
Link found between diabetes and alzheimers. High levels of the hormone insulin, brought on by a bad diet, may …
“Beauty of Age” Competition
“The Beauty of Age “ Beauty is in the eye of the camera holder. I think black and white photos …
Attach a Tag
Ensure your loved ones clothes stay with them. If your loved one is in hospital or a residential home then …
Independent Age
Independent Age – Advice for older People, their families and carers This Charity offers comprehensive and up to date information …
Alcohol and Breast Cancer
Alcohol linked to an increased risk of breast cancer. The risk increases with the amount of alcohol consumed. Research consistently …
Father’s Day Gifts for an elderly Dad
Stuck for an idea for your elderly Dad this Father’s Day ? Elderly Dads are especially hard to buy …
Maintaining Hearing
How Good is Your Hearing? Pardon I hear you say ! 360 million people worldwide suffer from hearing loss. This …
Free Home Insulation For The Elderly
Free Home Insulation for the Elderly. Working with the Government, British Gas is rolling-out free insulation for 90% of homes …
Experts warn of dementia a ‘time bomb’ in the next 25 years
This is a quick link to a useful article I wanted to share with you. The Five Steps to …
Chai seeds for the elderly
Chia Seed chai seeds is a small black seed deriving from the desert plan Salvia Hispanica, which is developed …
Pension figures highlight huge savings gaps
Pension Pot, have, have not. Figures from the Office for National Statistics cast a harsh light on the massive …
Blue Badge Parking Permit
The Blue Badge Scheme The Blue Badge Scheme allows disabled drivers and those who drive a disabled person enhanced parking opportunitities. …
Can Fish oils help slow ageing
Do Fish Oils ‘Help Slow Age Decline’ Findings of a recent trial show that women aged over 65 who …