Archive for December 2023

With Christmas not far off, gift shopping season is well underway. And while there’s no shortage of ideas when it comes to buying for children, finding something special for an elderly relative or friend can be a little more tricky. After all, everybody’s different, and just because somebody’s a little older doesn’t mean that they’ll…

This Christmas, you should try and take some time out of your busy schedule to help lift the spirits of the ones you love. While you might be surrounded by friends and families, not all of those close to you will have the same experience.  Here are some top tips to help make everyone’s Christmas…

Growing old in dignity is a problem that a lot of people face. They like to convince themselves they are still young at heart and can do everything that they used to be able to do. But sadly, that is not the case and acting like this can be detrimental to them.  Here is a…

Visiting your relatives at Christmas. Some love it, some hate it. But whatever your relationship is with your more senior relative, it’s important to take the time to think about how you can help them out this Christmas time.  Here are some tips for visiting your senior relative at Christmas.  Visit Them If Possible  A…

Life can become incredibly stressful and discouraging for people who have trouble seeing, communicating or travelling – especially when the circumstances are unfamiliar to them. As such, an advocate can provide valuable assistance by helping their loved one make an informed choice based on their values, communicating that choice to professional bodies and doing the…

Mental health and mobility have always been linked together. A loss of mobility is always challenging to deal with, whether you live alone or with others. It can affect both the individual suffering and those around them.  Read on to discover more about how mobility can affect your mental health and some solutions that might…

While the pursuit of knowledge and personal development throughout one’s entire life is valuable to anyone outside of typical school age, lifelong learning benefits independently living seniors in different, much more personal ways. Whether it’s taking on new tasks, learning new skills or participating in a new hobby, older adults can benefit significantly from keeping…