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May 1, 2025 Personal alarms
Supporting your loved one’s independence with a community alarm
Discover how community alarms can support elderly independence, with a wide variety of alarms from Taking Care’s UK-based team.
April 25, 2025 Personal alarms
Are all fall alarms waterproof?
Discover how water-resistant fall alarms help keep elderly loved ones safe during daily activities, including bathing, showering, and outdoors.
April 10, 2025 Personal alarms
Do I need a landline for alarm monitoring?
Discover why landline-free personal alarms are a smarter, safer choice for keeping loved ones independent and protected at home.
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Navigating divorce in later life
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Considering moving elderly parents into your home in the UK?
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Signs of malnutrition in the elderly
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Fun social activities for the elderly
As we get older, engaging in fun social activities remains as important as it was when we were younger.