Explaining Dementia To A Child My husband’s grandma was diagnosed with vascular dementia in her 80s, when he was old enough to fully comprehend the disease and its effects. The impact of dementia on family (both emotional and practical) is huge, but just how do we go about explaining dementia to a child? To find …
Driving Over 70 (And Beyond) – Everything You Need To Know At what age do you have to stop driving? Well, there isn’t actually an age limit – 670,000 people aged between 70 – 90 in the UK still have an active driving licence, as do 160 people aged 100*. We understand that you may …
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The Stroke Recovery Stages There are six different stages of stroke recovery in this article. As a physiotherapist who has worked on hyperacute stroke wards, stroke units, in the community and with stroke charity LEGS, I want to give you a brief overview of what you should expect at each stage if you are supporting …
The Most Reliable Incontinence Bed Pads To Stay Dry At Night There are some great products to help with night time incontinence, but it can often be a case of trial and error (which can prove embarrassing for our elderly parents, lead to mounds of laundry and be expensive). We’ve spoken with people who are …
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Prevent Falls With These Non Slip Bath Mats For The Elderly My mum broke her hip a few years ago after falling at home onto a hard floor. It’s made my family realise how important bathroom safety is – those wet floors and sharp corners are bathroom hazards. One easy (and inexpensive) way to reduce …
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Buying A Stairlift – Everything You Need To Know Did you know that the idea for a stairlift goes back to the 1500s with King Henry VIII? Luckily, stairlifts have moved on a lot from the pulley system used then, and are one of the most popular home adaptations you can get. It’s a big …
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The Most Useful Mobility Scooter Accessories To Buy Have you ever thought about how you stay dry, or carry your shopping on a mobility scooter? If so, then this article on the most useful mobility scooter accessories to buy is for you! We’ve organised the accessories into the following categories:– Staying Warm And Dry– Carrying …
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