Staying active and well “Few people know how to take a walk. The qualifications are endurance, plain clothes, old shoes, an eye for nature, good humour, vast curiosity, good speech, good silence and nothing too much.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson How are you feeling at the...

How to avoid UTIs in the elderly The weather has been pretty hot and humid recently which means our teams have been on the lookout for any signs of UTIs in our clients. Dehydration can lead to more concentrated urine which can compound bacterial growth, so it’s...

Nutrition and dementia in the elderly Can Specific Foods Support the Nutritional Needs of the Elderly? Functional Food is a term that relates to foods or nutrients that have a physical or emotional benefit when consumed regularly. The elderly tend to suffer from a...

Stress and anxiety in the elderly It’s mental health awareness week but, to be honest, this topic has been at the very top of our minds since we first heard about COVID-19 and the effects it was having on our clients and their families back in March 2020. It’s been a...

Early Dementia Care Dementia is not a natural part of ageing and is not something that happens to everyone as they get older. However, though it may not affect you or your loved ones, it is wise to be aware of common early symptoms which may appear before dementia is...

Sandwich generation stress The “sandwich generation” is the generation “stuck in the middle” who have living parents and children. More specifically, the term often refers to middle-aged people who support both their parents and their children, whether financially,...

Reducing loneliness in the elderly “Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years.” — Ausonius, poet When thinking about ideas aimed at reducing loneliness in the elderly, it’s vital to remember that older people often...

Do you know what benefits you – or your loved one – is entitled to? This is a complex area and one that many of our clients and older people struggle with, so we thought it would be helpful to compile a guide to help you navigate this topic and related issues. State...

The nights are well and truly drawing in and we’re waking up in the dark and cold. It’s winter again and while we’re used to all that it usually brings, it’s never been more important to keep safe and well. In light of the Coronavirus pandemic and the bitter weather...

When thinking about care options for a family member, your first thought may be to investigate residential care or a nursing home.  But is this the right type of care for your loved one? Here are three questions you may like to ponder: Will they feel happier and safer...