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 ? …