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May 12, 2022 2023-07-20 15:17News
Tips on how to maintain muscle strength as you age
As we age, our health naturally declines. One of the key things that most people notice as they age is their muscle strength declining.
Insomnia as you age
Sleeping problems as you age are not uncommon; our internal circadian clocks and sleep-wake cycles can change as we age, affecting the duration and quality of our sleep.
Anxiety in the elderly – How to spot it?
Anxiety disorders in older adults are relatively common and are actually found more often than depression and cognitive disorders in older adults. However, it often goes undiagnosed.
Early Signs That Your Parents or Grandparents Have Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition, which means that the symptoms develop gradually over many years and eventually become more severe. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia.
Seasonal Allergies and Hayfever in Seniors
That’s right, as we age, our immune systems weaken, which reduces our ability to fight off allergies such as hay fever or dust allergies. This may lead to the elderly being more susceptible to seasonal allergies.
Living with Arthritis
According to versusarthritis.org, around 10 million people in the UK live with arthritis. That is an incredible amount of people living with joint pain every day, and there are even different types of arthritis affecting ⅙ of our population.
Spring 2024 Gardening Tips for Seniors
Gardening is a fantastic hobby for those who are retired or elderly. Gardening helps to get you outdoors, keeps you active, and is a relaxing, enjoyable pastime.
How To Eat Healthy As You Age
According to Age UK, It’s estimated that around one in ten people over the age of 65 are malnourished or are at risk of malnutrition – that’s over one million older people in the UK today. Malnutrition means someone isn’t eating well enough to maintain their health and wellbeing.
Loneliness in the Elderly – How To Identify and Combat It
According to Age UK, more than 2 million people in England over the age of 75 live alone, and more than a million older people say they go over a month without speaking to a friend, neighbour or family member.
Seniors’ Guide for Netflix: How to use it and top releases for 2024
Do you have the Netflix button on your remote control but need help figuring out what to do? We are here to offer a helping hand.
How Red Button Gave Me My Independence Back: A Customer’s Perspective
A telecare device can have a huge positive impact on you and your loved one’s life. We have installed over half a million personal alarm packages and have seen first-hand the reassurance and peace of mind they bring to many families throughout the UK.
How to avoid a trip or fall this Winter
With winter fast approaching, the temperatures continue to take a downward spiral, and physical hazards start to increase. Poor weather conditions, such as heavy rain, ice and snow, increase the likelihood of falls and injuries (UKHSA).
Retiring to the Countryside
Retiring to the countryside is a dream many people have. In fact, research undertaken with 500 over-55s by The Rural Media Company as part of the “Over The Hill” campaign showed that 57% found the idea of moving to a rural area appealing.
