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Signs of stroke and what to do
Do you know the signs of stroke and what to do? Quick treatment vastly improves chances of surviving and reducing long-term disability.
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Companionship — tackling loneliness
Address loneliness and isolation with companionship care at home. Learn how carers provide support and companionship to improve wellbeing.
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Heatwave care advice
Heatwave care advice can help you to stay safe in the heat, which can be very dangerous for some older people living alone.
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Are hot water bottles dangerous?
Are hot water bottles dangerous? Do you understand the dangers associated with using old hot water bottles, or filling from a kettle?
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Pulse oximeter
If you or a loved one currently has coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms, you should consider using a pulse oximeter to monitor your oxygen levels.
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Dementia support groups and services
Dementia support activities and groups available within the local area, such as Singing for the Brain — a dementia support group by the Alzheimer's Society.
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Lions bottle — important messages for emergency services
A Lions bottle is a simple idea enabling people to keep medical details in a common location that can be easily found by emergency services.
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Macular degeneration
Macular degeneration is the most common cause of visual impairment in older adults. Learn about the signs, causes and support available.
Read this articleSepsis — know the signs
Sepsis can initially look like flu or a chest infection, but it is life-threatening. Learn how to spot the signs and act quickly.
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The flu vaccine — staying well in winter
Getting your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations is one of the simplest ways to stay healthy through the winter, especially if you are at higher risk.
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Vitamin D supplements
Vitamin D keeps our bones, teeth and muscles healthy — and supplementation often makes sense for older people, especially in winter.
Read this articleGood hydration for those receiving care at home
It is easy to underestimate how important good hydration is — and older people are especially at risk of dehydration. Here's how to help.
Read this articleCaring for people with Seasonal Affective Disorder
The winter blues are common and can affect people of all ages. Here's how to recognise Seasonal Affective Disorder and help someone through it.
Read this articleHearing loss and care at home
As we age, many of us experience hearing loss — and conversation is key to staying connected. Here's how care at home can help.
Read this articleSight tests for those receiving care at home
Regular eye tests help improve balance and mobility and can catch health problems early. Here's why they matter, and how to arrange one.
Read this articleSight loss and care at home
Small changes can make a big difference in creating a safe, accessible home for someone with sight loss. Here are some practical steps.
Read this articleArthritis support and free home adaptations
Around 17 million people in the UK live with arthritis — yet many miss out on the free home adaptations and support they're entitled to.
Read this articleThe secrets to a longer life
What does the research say about living well into your 90s? A long-running study offers some surprising — and reassuring — clues.
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Emollient fire risk — what it is, and how to reduce it
Moisturising creams can soothe the skin, but when absorbed into clothing and bedding they become a serious fire risk. Here's what to know.
Read this articleHelping people to move safely
If you help someone to move around, doing it safely protects both of you. Here's practical guidance on moving, standing and using a wheelchair.
Read this articleStaying safe at home
A few simple steps can make a home much less likely to be targeted by burglars — and help you or a loved one feel more secure.
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Key safes — secure access if you can't get to the door
A key safe lets trusted family or carers into the home without you having to get to the door — and can be vital in an emergency.
Read this articleTelecare lifeline alarms
A telecare alarm links the home to a 24-hour control centre, summoning help at the press of a button — reassuring for anyone living alone.
Read this articleFlood safety advice
Knowing what the flood warnings mean, and preparing in advance, can keep you and your loved ones safe when water rises.
Read this articleFraud and scams targeting older people
Scammers often target older people. Knowing how they operate — and a few simple rules — can help keep you or a loved one safe.
Read this articleCall blockers — stopping nuisance and scam calls
Nuisance and scam calls can be distressing. A call blocker filters them out unobtrusively, so trusted callers still get through.
Read this articleDementia and walking about ('wandering')
Walking about is a common part of dementia — and usually happens for a reason. Here's how to reduce the risks while protecting independence.
Read this articleCaring for someone with dementia in a heatwave
Hot weather can be especially difficult for people with dementia. A few simple steps make things safer and more comfortable.
Read this articleExperiencing dementia — walking in someone's shoes
Understanding dementia from the inside changes how we care. Here's how virtual reality helps our team see the world as a client does.
Read this articleDementia-friendly cinema
A trip to the cinema is a real pleasure — and dementia-friendly screenings make it welcoming and relaxed for people living with dementia.
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Living at home with dementia
Small changes can make a home much more dementia-friendly — helping someone stay safe, active and independent for longer.
Read this articleThe Silver Line helpline for older people
The Silver Line is a free, confidential helpline for older people — offering friendship, information and a friendly voice, day or night.
Read this articleThe Talking Newspaper
A free audio version of the local paper, for anyone who can't read it themselves — a lovely way to stay connected to the community.
Read this articleSupporting people to vote
Everyone has the right to vote, whatever their circumstances. Here's how care can help make the process easier — by post, proxy or in person.
Read this articleTrips out with care workers
Supporting clients to visit a favourite place is one of the things we love most. Here are a few ideas for days out across our area.
Read this articleCare at Christmas
Christmas is a time for families to come together — and a little planning helps make sure a loved one who receives care is part of the celebrations.
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