Elderly Care

Elderly care is vital to ensure older people are kept safe and well. As we age, our bodies and mind undergo changes, making tasks that were once simple more challenging. It’s important to help elderly people with these issues without sacrificing their independence and dignity.

Perhaps you want to find the right care options for yourself or a loved one. Alternatively, you might want to learn about providing care yourself. Or maybe you’re interested in the grants available to help with the cost of care for you or a relative. Whatever the case, our articles aim to cover all bases on care for elderly UK people.

At SureSafe, we understand the importance of cherishing our elderly loved ones and ensuring they lead a life of independence, safety and dignity. Ageing should not diminish a person’s sense of autonomy. It is important to approach elderly care as a way of supporting seniors whilst empowering them to make their own choices.

Articles cover everything from the creation of accessible spaces and minimising the risk of accidents to different types of care and how to provide the best support for elderly loved ones. Get practical tips and advice that will help create the ideal environment for senior citizens as they adapt to the challenges of their current stage of life.

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13 Sept 2022 Elderly Care

Dehydration in the Elderly

Older people are more vulnerable to becoming dehydrated for a variety of reasons, ranging from our bodies changing as we age to environmental and psychological factors. We discuss the causes and signs of dehydration, alongside treatment and prevention.
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02 Sept 2022 Elderly Care

Loss of appetite in the elderly

As we age, our appetites naturally decline, and our weight can fluctuate as a result. However if you or someone you know is suffering a loss of appetite, it's important to understand the causes.
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25 Aug 2021 Elderly Care

How do I make time for myself as a carer?

If you are caring for your elderly mum, dad or any other loved one, it can be exhausting and you may struggle with your wellbeing. It is very important that you take time out for self-care. Here are some helpful suggestions on ways you can take care of yourself as a carer.
Keeping Mum or Dad at Home
19 Jul 2021 Elderly Care

Cost of Care and Keeping the Elderly Home for Longer

It’s a problem facing many UK families. Is there any way I can keep my elderly mum or dad living at home for as long as possible? Can we afford the cost of a care home?
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15 Jul 2021 Elderly Care

Will my elderly parents be excluded from a cashless society?

We all started to notice the closure of local banks way before the pandemic and Covid-19 only served to speed this process up with many shops and other businesses only accepting cashless transactions. But where does that leave our elderly relatives?
Caring for elderly parents
13 Jan 2021 Elderly Care

Caring for elderly parents: The ultimate guide

Most elderly people live at home and need at least some level of care from relatives to maintain their independence. We've put together some important things to think about if you're caring for elderly parents. This includes tips on safety, wellbeing and changes you might need to make around the home.
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25 Jun 2018 Elderly Care

Personal Safety Alert Devices: Elderly Safety Made Easy

As people grow old, they become more dependent on others for their well being and safety. Pendant personal alarms with GPS tracking and Fall Detection are just one way that elderly relatives can continue living in their own homes independently and with peace of mind.
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