Care and support is something that nearly everyone will need or provide at some point in their lives; even if we don’t need care ourselves, we will probably know a family member or friend who does, and many of us will end up the role of being a carer for someone. The Care Act 2014 […]
Dementia Adventure – holidays for people living with dementia and their carers
We are always glad to hear about other organisations which offer services to people who are living with dementia, so we were excited to hear about Dementia Adventure. Dementia Adventure is an award winning social enterprise and registered charity committed to helping people living with dementia to get outdoors, connect with nature, themselves and their […]
New partnership Saga & Silver Line
Silver Line comment “We are delighted to have launched a new partnership with over-50s specialists, Saga. This fantastic opportunity means that Saga’s employees and customers will have the opportunity to support The Silver Line through volunteering and fundraising for us.”
Want to age well?
Research shows that retirement may be bad for our health – and that working may help us to stay well for longer
Homesharing isn’t just about cooking and making tea!
Homesharing isn’t just about cooking and making tea!
How a Home Sharer can help someone with Dementia
We were delighted to read this lovely story from a daughter of one of our elderly clients and hope it can be shared and read giving reassurance and hope to people and families living with dementia…. “My dad lived on his own and it was becoming increasingly apparent that he was struggling with many daily […]
Preventing Nuisance Calls
Preventing Nuisance Calls Research recently published by consumer group Which? has once again highlighted the very real issue of nuisance calls. All too often, for older and more vulnerable people, nuisance calls can be more than a nuisance – they can be intimidating and upsetting. Which? and trueCall tracked over seven million calls made over a […]
Avoiding Falls At Home
Falls are a common worry for older people. And with good reason: 50% of people aged over 80 will have a fall every year. And over 60% of those falls actually happen at home. Falls are a serious cause of injury and, often more importantly, loss of confidence. Here, we have a look at some […]
Art as an aid for Dementia
Many organisations are investigating how art can be used as an aid for people with dementia. We review a few of them here. Government “Art can make a difference for people with dementia – like a call to the brain, a connection, helping people come alive again.” This is the conclusion reached by Baroness Sally Greengross, […]
Gardening and the Elderly
You may have been watching the beautiful gardens at last week’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show and wishing that you could brighten up that patio or even re-plant that window box. If so, you may be interested to know that there are garden design ideas and gardening aids designed especially to keep older people gardening. Gardening is […]
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