A Walk Through Dementia from Alzheimer’s Research is a Virtual Reality Dementia Experience using an App on your smart phone to put you in the shoes of someone living with dementia. It demonstrates some of the symptoms that pose challenges to many people living with dementia using everyday situations: A trip to the supermarket Being […]
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A Talking Newspaper audio version of The Henley Standard Newspaper is available free of charge to anyone registered blind or partially sighted. It is also available to people who can’t read the paper themselves for a different reason, such as being unable to hold the paper or turn pages. The Henley and District Talking Newspaper is […]
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With darker evenings upon us, stay safe at home. Thames Valley Police are reminding us all to take basic home security measures to help ensure that we stay safe at home. Tips to help you stay safe at home. Reduce the chance of your house being targeted: Invest in a timer light switch. Vary the […]
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Sepsis or blood poisoning can happen as a result of an infection or injury. Our immune systems normally fight infection however sometimes it can attack our body’s own organs and tissues. Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition that can initially look like flu, gastroenteritis or a chest infection. It can be treated if caught early. […]
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The Silver Line helpline for older people in the UK now takes over 10,000 calls a week. It offers a free, confidential, 24-hour, 365-day-a-year helpline. The helpline number is 0800 4 70 80 90, all calls are free. It offers information and friendship and signposting to local organisations for support or social activities. The service […]
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The importance of sight tests for those receiving care at home By the time we are 65 years old, almost all of us will need to wear glasses or contact lenses. Poor vision is a significant factor in a great many falls for people aged over 60 and that is one of the reasons why […]
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Telecare lifeline alarms provide a link to a control centre 24 hours a day. Usually, the system will consist of a base unit connected to your phone line. You can still use your phone in the normal way. The base unit connects wirelessly to various alarms around your home. If an alarm is raised, the […]
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What are key safes? Key safes are small boxes that are secured to the outside of your property. You store your keys in the safe and set a PIN number. By giving the PIN number to people you choose they can gain access to your house without you coming to the door. Why use them? Perhaps […]
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What is a Lions bottle? A Lions bottle is a simple idea. People keep important personal and medical information in the bottle in a common location which emergency services will be aware to look for if needed. How does it work? An unused bottle will contain two stickers. Put one sticker inside of the front […]
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Have you used a benefit checker for people receiving care – have you heard about the Independent Age Benefit Checker? This simple, free-to-use, independent, and impartial tool can help you to check what benefits you may be eligible for. If you answer yes to any of the questions below, then you may be eligible to […]
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Macular degeneration is the most common cause of visual impairment in older adults. We all reach an age where our sight stops being perfect. In the UK, it is estimated that over a quarter of a million adults suffer blindness because of Macular Degeneration. It develops when the part of the eye responsible for central […]
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Please read below details about the TV Providers Discount Fraud targetting elderly people. This type of fraud is nationwide. Since the beginning of this year (2018), there have been 300 Action Fraud Reports relating to this fraud. From the reports received, victims aged over 66 seem to be the most targeted. TV Providers Discount Fraud targetting […]
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