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Staying Connected: The Key Role of Socialising in Healthy Ageing

Staying Connected: The Key Role of Socialising in Healthy Ageing

If you're in the process of planning a healthy later life, you've probably focused on critical aspects like maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, mental fitness, and routine medical check-ups. 

But there's a crucial element that often gets overlooked: the impact of socialising on health in later life. 

Social connections profoundly affect the well-being and longevity of older adults, making them a vital part of healthy ageing. 

In this blog post, we'll delve deep into the importance of socialising in promoting senior health, shed light on its role in healthy ageing, and share practical strategies for staying socially active and engaged in your golden years.

Spotlight on Alzheimer’s: 5 common myths uncovered

There is a huge amount of information out there about Alzheimer’s so it can be tricky to sift through it all to find out the truth. So, as part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we share with you 5 common myths surrounding the disease and reveal the truth behind the claims.

10 signs your ageing parent may need extra care and support at home.

As elderly relatives age, they’re likely to require more help and support with daily life around their home. You may start noticing small things that make you think a helping hand may be needed.

Here we bring together the most commonly shared signs that it may be time to look for some extra support to ensure your mum or dad can continue living happily, confidently, safely and independently in the comfort of their own home.

Your 4-Step ‘Confidence at Home' Plan

Often when you venture into the world of care and support at home it’s for the first time, so it’s important you know what to expect when you first give a care provider a call. The 4-step plan is designed to give you both clarity that you will get the support you want and certainty about what it will cost. Before you make any decision, we’ll make sure you’ve got all the information you need and the confidence of knowing there won’t be any surprises or hidden extras.

Spotting the early signs of Dementia – 10 key signs

Dementia is a progressive condition so symptoms will gradually get worse over time. This can make it tricky to spot what’s going on or know when to reach out for help. While each person with dementia will handle their feelings in their own way, certain behaviours are common, here we share some frequent early signs of Dementia.

How to guide: Choosing the right type of care for you

It can be overwhelming when faced with the range of care options out there. To help out we’re sharing a simple ‘How to’ guide to choosing the right type of care to suit you. There’s no right or wrong choice here, it really depends on your specific situation, needs and preferences. The key is to take your time to explore all options and discuss them with a friend or family member so you can make an informed decision that’s right for you.

Understanding Dementia and living a happy, safe life at home

You or a loved one may have been diagnosed with Dementia or has started showing signs, but what exactly is it and what does it mean for how you or they live their life? Here we take a look at what Dementia is, how it can impact lives, what can be done to ensure you or your loved one can continue living a happy, safe and fulfilling life at home and what other support and resources are out there to help.

The importance of hobbies and activities to wellbeing

It’s no secret that keeping active both mentally and physically is vital to our wellbeing. Having a hobby in later life is key to mental stimulation, combatting social isolation, providing a sense of purpose and can help prevent the onset of cognitive conditions such as Dementia – doing something you love and with others who share that interest is one
of the best ways to keep your brain sharp and yourself happy.

Parkinson’s: Common questions answered & top 5 practical resources

More than a million people are affected by Parkinson’s in the UK. Living with it or knowing someone who is. Having Parkinson's can feel overwhelming if you don't have the right information and support.

Here we get answers to some of the most common questions about Parkinson’s and share with you some useful practical resources to help you feel more in control and supported.