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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.
Recent articles

Supporting with elderly grief and loss
Losing someone close to you is difficult at any age, but as we get older, grief can affect us differently and can often be worse.

Guide to deprivation of assets rules
We look at the rules around deprivation of assets in the UK and answer some common questions on this topic.

Watch Ella, Tracey and Linda #HaveTheTalk about ageing
Linda discusses ageing and her care wishes with daughter Tracey and granddaugher Ella in this #HaveTheTalk campaign video.

Watch Tracey and Emma #HaveTheTalk about the pressures of care
Tracey talks with daughter Emma about the difficulties of providing care for her father as he gets older.

Preparing for seasonal allergies in seniors
Helping elderly loved ones cope with allergies during spring is important. Explore ways to prepare them for allergy season.

Psychologist tips for having conversations about care with your elderly parents
We discussed with psychologist Dr Soha Daru why it is difficult to talk about ageing and elderly care.

Electric wheelchair vs mobility scooter? How to choose your mobility device
Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters can help those with disabilities or limited mobility stay independent.

#HaveTheTalk about elderly care earlier
Talking about elderly care early improves health and wellbeing. That's why we're encouraging family carers to #HaveTheTalk.

What causes bruising in the elderly?
As we age, we tend to bruise more easily and bruises last longer. In this article, we will discuss the reasons for easy bruising, possible causes, and ways to reduce it.

Healthy snacks for elderly people
As we age, our taste and smell can change, making it difficult to consume all necessary nutrients.