Ring pens
Ring pens are ideal for someone elderly These Ergonomic Ring-Pens are a wonderful idea for anyone who finds it difficult to …
Age Related Statistics
The fact is the population of the UK is growing in size and we are all living longer. Ageing …
Eat well to age well
Eat well to age well. Health is the key to being able to enjoy a long, independent and happy life. We …
Social Media Helps Combat Loneliness
Social media sites such as Facebook and Gransnet are helping reduce the amount of isolation and loneliness felt by …
Mobile Phones for the Elderly
Mobile Phones for the elderly. Many elderly people have willingly embraced technology and use a mobile phone. However there are …
Drawing test and stroke risks
A 2012 study finds a link between a simple line test and the increased risk of a stroke in men. …
21 advantages of growing old
21 Advantages of growing old. I do sometimes ask myself the question, “are there advantages of growing old?” and usually …
Staying in touch with elderly relatives
Staying in touch is so important for the elderly. Life is lived at such a fast pace nowadays and …
Old – What’s in a word ?
What or when is ‘old’ ? I know an 87 year-old who is having a passionate sexual relationship with a …
Clocks for people with Dementia
Clocks for people with dementia help them stay independent. Dementia causes short term memory loss and sufferers often forget what …
D-Trekkers
Elderly or disabled people wanting to travel overland have additional help now. Have you ever tried travelling with someone with …
FREE GPS Trackers for anyone in the UK with Dementia
Keep someone with dementia safe with a FREE tracking device. It might just save their life. Dementia destroys the brain cells …
Telegraph Guide to Long and short term care
Looking for care for a loved one? Do you need to think about finding a home for a loved …
What to do when someone dies
No one really wants to talk about it but one day someone you care for may die. Would you know what …
Older People in the Media Awards
I am delighted to share here on Caron Cares that Caron Cares has made it to the finals. The Older …
Theraputic “go anywhere” massage cushions
Do you have aches and pains ? Do you suffer from stiff muscles and joints ? This is a “go …
Ping Pong Care Campaign
The Ping Pong Care Campaign is a fabulous idea to challenge perceptions about what the elderly can do. Residents …
Free course for Carers
“When you’re caring for others, who’s caring for you”. Being a carer can be hard work, you can read my …
CQC change and shadow Health Minister calls for an end to abuse.
The Care Quality Commission, the body responsible for regulating health and social care services in England is to radically change …
Virgin Atlantic airline working with the Purple Angel
Virgin Atlantic accept an invitation to learn more about dementia from the Purple Angel Association. This is a very exciting …
Carer Crisis and Care Less
Sometimes I use this site to simply share my thoughts about being elderly and the sheer hell of it at times. …
Hearing loop system for hearing aid users
Do you or someone you care for use hearing aids? Do you sometimes find group conversations a struggle ? Currently …
Ageing in Nigeria.
I am aware that I write from a very white middle class point of view and was delighted when one …
Nutrition for Good Vision
Having seen the devastation caused by my Mother in Laws’ sight loss, nutrition for good vision is of great importance …
Fire Safety for Older People
Older People Set to be Safer in Their Homes due to a Fire Safety initiative. Millions of older people in the …
“Reachers”
“Reachers” or “grabbers” as I have always called them are a must for an elderly person who is …
Dehydration In the Elderly
How to avoid dehydration and ten top tips to keep the elderly well hydrated. Introduce more juicy fruits such as melons …
Debt Problems and the Elderly
How to help an elderly person who has debt problems. Retirement should be the time people relax and spend time …
Flexyfoot Walking Stick Ferrules Change Lives.
The Flexyfoot walking stick and walking stick ferrules are changing lives. I have loved David Goodwins “Flexyfoot” since I …
Respite help for carers
Respite care for carers is essential to maintain their health and well being. Caring for someone is demanding enough …
Older Drink Drivers
The number of older drink drivers is on the increase ! According to a survey the number of over …
Put some Oomph into Life
Put some Oomph into life. Sometimes I come across things I just LOVE and this is one of …
Friends of the Elderly
Friends of the Elderly launch a new Downing Street backed Campaign. Friends of the elderly have launched a major new …
Disabled Persons Railcard
The Disabled Persons Railcard. Costing £10 less than the Senior Citizens Railcard ( at £20 ) the Disabled Persons …
Don’t be lonely
Don’t be lonely. If you are blind or partially sighted the RNIB run a wonderful free phone service to …