It can be difficult to come up with ideas that you and an elderly individual can enjoy together. Creative activities are necessary to keep the…
CarewatchMarch 22, 2021
As we age, our muscles weaken, and our balance decreases, and we become far more likely to fall. The middle of winter brings the added…
CarewatchJanuary 20, 2020
For many older people, being able to continue living in their own home is key to maintaining independence, dignity and a zest for life. Ageing…
CarewatchJanuary 20, 2020
For most people, looking after a pet may hold valuable therapeutic benefits. Those of us with pets will understand that they become far more than…
CarewatchJanuary 6, 2020
We have all experienced the flu and know how horrible it can feel. As our immune systems weaken with age, the flu can be dangerous…
CarewatchDecember 23, 2019
The British winter is in full swing and we’re fast approaching the holidays. The temperature as dropped, and things have got a little bit frosty.…
CarewatchDecember 16, 2019
Ageing may be inescapable, but what is important, is learning to face this positively. Throughout life, we gain different roles, such as Mum, Dad, Grandparent,…
CarewatchDecember 9, 2019
Loneliness might be a temporary feeling, or it can linger, staying with you for a long time. If feeling lonely becomes a constant state of…
CarewatchDecember 2, 2019
Music stirs up memories and emotions which can be great for people with dementia. It’s brilliant to see how playing music can help to increase…
CarewatchNovember 25, 2019
Arthritis is much more than the aches and pains of getting older and it can affect people at any age. In fact, around two-thirds of…
CarewatchNovember 18, 2019
A study has found that the internal environment of our body, which is created as a result of our diet and lifestyle could be up…
CarewatchNovember 11, 2019
