Vitamin D supplements help to keep our bones, teeth and muscles healthy. Where do we get Vitamin D from? Our bodies create vitamin D from direct sunlight on the skin when outdoors. From Spring through to the end of Summer, most of us are able to get sufficient vitamin D from sunlight. However, from October […]
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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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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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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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Sight loss and care at home. Do you provide care at home for someone with sight loss? Small changes can help to create an accessible and safe environment for people with sight loss. This post details some of the steps that can be taken to help when providing care at home. Eating & drinking Meal […]
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