Posts by Alfix

When you reach your senior years, it’s an unavoidable fact that you become more vulnerable, both safety wise and due to reduced capabilities. As such, it is important to be prepared for emergencies and take preventative measures to reduce the risks of accidents happening in your home. By being prepared in this way, then should…

It can be hard watching your parents or other older relatives age, especially when their cognitive and physical functions may begin to slow down. However, as difficult as it may be to see your loved one enter their twilight years, it is important to remember that it is often just as, if not more so,…

Finding out your elderly relative has had a fall is troubling for any person to hear, no matter if the relative is 60 or 90. As people age, we face a natural decrease in muscle mass and bone strength, which means a fall can have serious consequences and require careful recovery and rehabilitation during the…

As you grow older, you may find yourself struggling with mobility issues or completing tasks in the same way you used to. Alternatively, you may be thinking ahead to the future and how you can make changes to make your home more accessible. Whatever the scenario, it’s a good idea to be prepared to adapt…

There’s no question that home ownership is a difficult challenge at the best of times and making sure that your house is well-maintained can be stressful. Of course, every homeowner wants to look after their property as this will ensure that they safeguard their investment. Though property maintenance is never quite as simple as it…

Your physical abilities aren’t the only things that may start to decline as you age, but your mental abilities may also decline. This is why it is just as important to keep your brain healthy and sharp as well as your body. We’ve listed some of the ways you can keep your mind sharp and…

Are you thinking about installing a stairlift into your home? We are here to give you a guide, and the essential tips you need to know! Reasons For A Stairlift Many people who decide to install a stairlift regret not doing so sooner! If you are struggling with: As our bodies age, our muscles and…

If you or a close loved one is going through a difficult time as they are moving into later life, this is a totally normal response. As an outsider, you can help them ease into this stage of life and help to give them hope during this period. There are multiple factors that could be…

As you enter retirement, there are some ways in which you are likely to become more vulnerable in comparison to when you were younger. As such, it is important that you take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and develop healthy habits that can keep you safe at home whilst honouring your independence. We’ve listed…

If you live in Coventry and find that you are lost for things to do that are entertaining, social and different to your everyday activities, yet are struggling to find somewhere new to visit – especially somewhere that is accessible if your mobility and agility aren’t quite the same as they used to be –…