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June 2, 2025 Digital switchover
Landline Digital Switchover - Customer Advice
Information for customers of Taking Care, Age Co and Age UK personal alarms.
September 23, 2025 Fall prevention
Can medication cause an elderly person to fall?
Some medications can raise fall risk in older adults. Regular reviews and alarms can help keep them safe.
August 6, 2025 Caring for elderly
Where falls often happen and how older adults can stay safe
Common falls hazards for older adults and how personal alarms can help keep your loved one safe and independent.
Recent articles
Recommended strength and balance exercises for seniors
Personal trainer Jacqueline Hooton gives us her top strength and balance exercises for seniors to help reduce risk of falling.
Eight great sports for elderly people to try
We look at a range of sports for the elderly that are fun and can improve overall health and well-being in older adults.
The best holidays for elderly parents in the UK
It can be a challenge to find viable options for holidays for elderly parents in the UK.
Top tips for elderly foot care
We look at the importance of foot care and some top tips that family members can follow to manage their elderly loved one's foot care.
Common elderly blood pressure issues and management tips
Blood pressure often changes as we age. In this useful article, we explore symptoms of blood pressure fluctuations, risks involved with it, and how lifestyle changes can help.
Top retirement hobbies that make money
We look at retirement hobbies that make money to bring in some extra cash for older adults.
Staff Stories - Angela Rudd, Central Control Officer
Meet Angela who has worked in our Emergency Resolution Team for 30 years and answers our customers' alarm calls.
Staff Stories - Hanna, Emergency Resolution Operator
Meet Hanna, one of our emergency resolution operators, who helps and provides assistance to our customers in times of need.
Volunteer opportunities for older adults
Volunteering as an older adult can help others, combat isolation and result in a more active lifestyle.
The benefits of 24/7 monitored alarm systems for the elderly
We look at the benefits of monitored alarm systems to help keep your loved ones safer.