Author: Jack Bennett
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Weakening muscles, loss of balance and aches in different parts of the body can make toilet visits difficult, dangerous even, for seniors. They are likely to injure themselves as …
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Establishing a toileting routine for an elderly family member or friend is important. They know when it’s time to go to the toilet and reduces the risk wetting or …
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If you’ve noticed an elderly family member or partner snoozes a lot during the day, it’s because they are likely not getting enough sleep at night. Sleep needs change …
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A study by Yale found that regular readers enjoyed a longer lifespan of up to two years. The research did not specify how reading books (the benefits applied only …
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According to the NHS, almost everyone will need to wear contact lenses or glasses by the age of 65. Poor eyesight is an especially major problem for seniors who …
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If you want more independence than a care home offers, you have two alternatives: sheltered housing and extra care housing, also called assisted living. Both these options offer less …
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If you have been scammed, report it immediately. Even if you do not get your money back, you’ll ensure others do not fall victim to the same scam. You …
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If you have started experiencing (or have been experiencing) challenges with your health and mobility, it’s time to get yourself a blue badge. This badge is recognised in all …
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Depending on your care needs and your level of income, sometimes you have to sell your property to afford the costs of a care home. Here are some of …
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You can’t know for sure how a loved one’s death will affect you. It can be more overwhelming than you expected and you might experience feelings you did not …
