Getting a stairlift can be necessary if your home has stairs and you have somebody in the household with mobility problems. It obviously gives that person the freedom to use the whole of the house without any pain or difficulty, but does installing a stairlift present any problems or safety issues for the other people […]
Mobility Devices Really Do Give a New Lease of Life
Earlier this month, an 85 year old man was spotted travelling down the hard shoulder of the M1 in South Yorkshire near Sheffield on his mobility scooter, apparently completely oblivious to the fact that what he was doing was not only unsafe, but also illegal under UK law. Despite the fact that the average life […]
7 Must-See Tips on Using a Wheelchair Safely
For the safety of the individual using the wheelchair, and the caregiver, it is important to know how to use a wheelchair safely. Wheelchairs are especially useful devices, however they can also be dangerous if they are used incorrectly, or if the wheelchair user fails to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The following guidelines will give […]
Insurance Policies for Older People
When you are in your thirties and forties, insurance companies seem to be willing to go to great lengths to get your business. In your fifties and sixties it’s still relatively easy, but once you reach the age of seventy, it becomes increasingly difficult to find insurers willing to take you on as a customer, […]
Voluntary Work: Good for Young and Old Alike
With more than 50% of people aged over 75 living on their own, loneliness is clearly a risk for many older people. Charities which help to tackle this problem are invaluable for older people, but it’s not just older people who stand to benefit from voluntary work. The younger generations who get involved in volunteering […]
Stylish Older Living with Style
Inspired by the success of the recent Advanced Style fashion blog and movie phenomenon, which follows the lives of seven super stylish older women in New York, we take a look at the choices for stylish independent living in your home. Requiring some gadgets and aids to help you live independently does not mean you […]
The importance of Grandparent – Grandchild Relationships
Grandparents and grandchildren both have much to gain from seeing each other. This bond is quite unlike that between a parent and child, and brings a completely different dimension to a child’s upbringing. Usually having more time to spare, grandparents are able to give uninterrupted attention to their grandchildren in a way which parents less […]
Stairlifts for Public Use
The majority of stairlifts are installed in private homes to enable a person with restricted mobility to access both upstairs and downstairs floors in their house. However in some circumstances stairlifts can be a great solution for older people needing to access more than one floor in communal areas or in a public building. For […]
Benefits of Computers for Older People
It’s a widely held view that older people are inclined to be technophobes, who don’t want to start learning how to use computers, but actually this view is not entirely true. Many older people are realising just how much they could benefit from having a computer at home. They may still need a little help […]
Becoming a Caring For A Relative in Your Home
Agreeing to look after one of your parents or a parent-in-law in their later years is a big responsibility and may seem quite daunting if you’ve never been a carer for an older person before. There are many things to consider, from the practicalities of making your house suitable for them, to the emotional side […]