When people hear the word dementia, they generally associate it with a single disease. This is not the case, however. Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a memory loss problem that impacts the proper functioning of the brain. It affects the different parts responsible for learning, memory retention, and language interpretation. Recent dementia…
Modern life is busy. With the demands of work, family life and other commitments, it is almost impossible to constantly keep an eye on your elderly loved ones. Most older people wish to remain living in their own homes so that they are able to maintain both their privacy and independence. Independence in old age…
As is the nature of an emergency, they do not come with a warning. An emergency can be anything from an injury to the danger posed by an unwelcome visitor. The impact of an emergency is often more severe for vulnerable people such as the elderly and disabled. This is because elderly people are usually…
The population of the UK is ageing rapidly. In the current climate, personal alarms for the elderly have become a necessity to help keep our aging loved ones safe. Many elderly people want to remain in their own homes for as long as possible meaning there are a large number of elderly people living alone….
Living in the United Kingdom we are used to bad weather. Especially in the wintertime, we are very likely to be affected by heavy rainfall, ice and possibly even snow. This can make venturing outside increasingly hazardous, particularly for older people. Chilly air, snowfall, rain, mist and fog all result in an increase in the…
With the temperature stooping to the lowest of the low, winter can be a dangerous time for elderly people. It is natural to be concerned about the safety of your ageing loved ones when you are not with them. During the colder seasons, the risk of falling significantly increases. This is not only due to…
No matter how much we try to run away from it, as we grow older, so do our parents and elderly relatives. We must therefore accept that with age comes gradual changes in physical and mental health. Many of these changes require expert care and adequate treatment to manage. The responsibility of a carer is…
Come across a trip hazard in the home and you might stumble and fall. If you are below a certain age and this occurs, the chances are you’ll be ok. This is not the case for elderly people. As a person grows older, their bones become more brittle and the body is more easily injured….
Technology has played an extensive role in the enhancement of each sector. The Health Industry has majorly benefitted from the advancements of technology. In today’s technological assisted era, we have many kinds of healthcare equipment providing treatment, making the whole healing process, easier and quicker. One such type of equipment is Telecare Equipment. Telecare has…
With the Christmas festivities around the corner, everybody is busy crossing off gifts from the list. While your brain might be flooding with gift ideas to give to your spouse, children, what gift should you get for your elderly loved ones? This holiday season, be a little bit more thoughtful and give them gifts that…