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The Dower House ethos is rooted in the desire to support people to live as independently as possible in later life. In order to achieve this, it’s important to take care of your health and wellbeing. In our blogs, we consider the different aspects of ageing and later life, sharing tips, advice and relevant news to help you prolong your independence whether in your own home or in residential care.
Five ways to prevent isolation leading to loneliness
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreUsing technology to keep in touch
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreFunding later life care
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read morePalliative Care and the Six Steps End of Life Pathway
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreWhat is Respite Care?
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreStaying Active In Later Life
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreHow to Boost Your Immune System
Author: Philippa Thompson
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.
Read moreFive ways to keep your mind active in later life
Author: Philippa Thompson
As we age it’s not just our bodies that show signs of slowing down, but it doesn’t need to be all bad news. Whilst there is no doubt that DNA plays a significant factor in how we age, there is more and more evidence available to support that keeping physically and mentally active helps to retain well-honed cognitive skills for longer.
Read more5 Steps to Healthy Eating in Later Life
Author: Philippa Thompson
No matter how old you are, a healthy diet is critical to maintain a healthy life. With so many diets to choose from, how do you make sure you are making the best choices for your health?
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