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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.
05 Aug 2021
Telecare & Alarms
What is a Panic Button for the Elderly?
Learn about how a panic alarm for the elderly gives safety and peace of mind for you or a loved one.
04 Aug 2021
Telecare & Alarms
Do Personal Alarm Devices for the Elderly Help Keep them Safe?
Keeping older loved ones safe can be a big worry for many people. Personal alarm systems for the elderly are a popular option to allow your elderly loved one to remain living in their own homes, safer and for longer. SureSafe also has a range of wrist worn alarms if you prefer not to wear a pendant.
30 Jul 2021
Tips & Advice
A safe space for anxious shoppers
A third of people age sixty or over have reported feeling more anxious recently. With lockdown easing, some businesses are creating safe spaces to give people a place to go to if they are feeling anxious.
20 Jul 2021
Tips & Advice
25th of July is the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Earlier this year in January Pope Francis announced that July 25th would be World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, a time when the Catholic church will honour and celebrate grandparents and the elderly.
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?
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?
16 Dec 2020
Activities
Self Care Activities: The Benefits of Meditation
Meditation is a mind and body practise that promotes calmness, relaxation and has many psychological benefits. It is something that can be enjoyed at any age and it is especially thought to benefit elderly people for many reasons. These include reducing stress and creating a calmer mindset.
26 Nov 2020
Elderly Health Conditions
Most common long term health conditions for the elderly
Long term health conditions can affect us from any age, but this is something we probably think about more as we get older. We've put together a bit of information on some of the main conditions to be aware of for yourself or an elderly loved one.