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May 1, 2024 Caring for elderly
Tips for balancing work and caregiving
We look at tips for juggling life, work and caregiving when an elderly loved one requires some support.
April 30, 2024 Lifestyle tips
The pros and cons of retirement villages
Moving into a retirement village is a lifestyle choice as well as a financial decision. These FAQs explain more.
April 25, 2024 Lifestyle tips
A guide to downsizing your home in later life
This guide discusses the pros and cons of downsizing, and the financial, emotional and legal steps to consider.
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Recognising the signs of loneliness in the elderly
Download our Staying Connected guide to understand the symptoms of loneliness and address the causes.
Signs of type 2 diabetes in the elderly
Type 2 diabetes is increasingly common in older adults and can have serious health implications if it isn’t diagnosed and treated effectively.
How to help an elderly parent living alone
It's natural to be concerned about an elderly parent living alone. We explore practical strategies and a checklist that you can follow for elderly living alone.
Supporting Steve's independence and safety with a GPS tracker alarm
How an out-and-about GPS personal alarm gives Steve the confidence to remain active in his local community.
Staff Stories - George, Emergency Resolution Operator
Meet George, one of our Emergency Resolution Operators who answers emergency calls.
The main causes of UK heatwave deaths
Analysis predicts the number of heat-related deaths will continue to increase as a result of climate change, but who is most at risk and what other factors are at play?
Spotlight on Carers: Caring for elderly relatives
Our new report explores attitudes towards caring for elderly parents and the barriers carers face to accessing support.
Jacqueline Hooton: Elderly falls & benefits of exercise for older adults
Fitness coach Jacqueline Hooton describes her experiences of supporting her parents' independence.
Recommended strength and balance exercises for seniors
Personal trainer Jacqueline Hooton gives us her top strength and balance exercises for seniors to help reduce risk of falling.
Eight great sports for elderly people to try
We look at a range of sports for the elderly that are fun and can improve overall health and well-being in older adults.