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March 23, 2023 Healthy ageing
Volunteer opportunities for older adults
Volunteering as an older adult can help others, combat isolation and result in a more active lifestyle.
March 13, 2023 Telecare Alarms
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.
March 7, 2023 Elderly care
Social isolation in the elderly - Tips to support your loved ones
Social isolation can be a real issue, especially if living alone. We look at tips for families and friends.
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Small steps for a dementia friendly home
It's hard to know what you can do to keep your loved ones safe in their home if they have dementia. We look at some small steps you can take as a start.
How does telecare work?
Learn how telecare can help you remain independent at home with remote technology enabled care such as personal alarms and home adaptations
Count me in - The benefits of volunteering for the elderly
Lots of studies show that volunteering is one of the best things you can do for your wellbeing. It doesn’t matter how old you are.
How to protect elderly relatives from bogus callers
Being the victim of a bogus caller can have a dramatic effect on you. Having your money or valuables stolen is bad enough. But the shame and humiliation that older people can feel after being...
Helping the elderly remain safe in winter
Staff at Taking Care went the extra mile to keep the 24 hour personal alarm service running to support thousands of vulnerable people across the UK when snow storms and extreme weather battered the UK.
What the doctor ordered: How to worry less about your prescriptions
Learn how you can manage your medications and prescriptions and worry less about getting the right medication, dosages and side effects.
When your elderly relatives won’t talk about loneliness…
If someone you’re close to feels lonely, it can be difficult to know what to do or say. Read how you can tackle loneliness in elderly relatives.
Talking to your parents about their future care
It’s difficult to talk to ageing parents about elderly care and their future plans. Read our tips for talking to elderly parents about care and support.