Author: Philippa Thompson
The UK has an ageing population, and according to the Office of National Statistics in 2018, 11.9 million people in the UK were aged 65 or older. That was around 18% of the population. Age UK estimate that by 2030 this will have increased to 21.8% of the population. This inevitably means that there will be an increase in people living in private and state social care.
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It’s fair to say that we have been blessed with a magnificent spring this year. As we head into summer, it would be lovely to see that continue. Being able to enjoy one’s garden is certainly a relief as older people continue to observe the lockdown restrictions.
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In our last blog, we looked at how to use technology to keep in touch. This article looks at ways to keep a healthy mind and body when isolation and social distancing means that you are unable to do many of the things you enjoy and may be starting to feel lonely as a result.
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Many of us take technology for granted – especially when it comes to staying in touch with people. It’s an everyday part of modern life which is used to a greater or lesser extent depending on what you do for work, your hobbies and, to a point, your age.
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Worries about funding later life care are common and may start long before you, or your loved one, are no longer able to live safely and independently at home. The team at The Dower House are not able to provide financial advice so we asked The Wealth Care Partnership to share the benefit of their experience in this guest post.
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The term palliative care is often thought to refer to the care someone receives at the end of their life. However, it is often provided alongside other treatment and therapies and will usually start before the person is considered to be reaching end of life.
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Caring for an elderly person can be demanding and periods of respite care may be beneficial for you and the person you are caring for. Respite Care is the term used to describe temporary care arrangements that allow a carer to take a break from their caring responsibilities.
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Staying fit and active in later life is a crucial factor in maintaining your independence, ensuring you enjoy a good quality of life and protecting you against illnesses including heart disease, cancer and depression.
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With the summer well and truly behind us, the leaves mostly fallen and the weather feeling distinctly chilly, now is a good time to think about ways to boost your immune system over the winter months.
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