Will A Wash And Dry Toilet Help My Elderly Parents? This article is written in partnership with Closomat. The positive impact that a wash and dry toilet can have on our independence and dignity is huge. If you’re thinking about buying one for a more accessible toilet experience, then this article is for you! Importance …
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What Are Sensor Mats For Dementia And Does My Parent Need One? The majority of people living with dementia in the UK are lovingly cared for at home. But what do you – the family caregiver – do as night time approaches and the risk of your loved one experiencing incontinence and wandering increases? That’s …
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Which Is The Best Key Safe For Your Elderly Parents? This article is written in partnership with The Key Safe Company – keep reading for a discount code. Let’s talk key safes. In our eyes, the right key safe is worth its weight in gold – helping to keep your loved one safe in their …
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What’s The Best Radio For Dementia? (2023) A radio is more than just a music player. To older adults, especially those living with dementia, the music and chatter it provides can be a real source of comfort and calm. But with so many confusing tech options out there, how do you know which radio for …
The Most Useful Parkinson’s Aids (That You May Not Have Thought Of) At ElWell, we’re committed to giving you useful information that you may not have come across elsewhere. Nancy, our physiotherapist, works closely with a number of clients living with Parkinson’s disease, and has helped to write this article on useful Parkinson’s aids. Why …
How To Play Pickleball For Beginners Before we start, let’s get one thing straight – pickleball is highly addictive! The newest racquet sport on the block (it’s a hybrid of tennis, badminton and table tennis) is surging in popularity thanks to being super accessible and fun for all ages. So if you’ve been thinking about …
How Do You Know Which Commode To Buy? So you’ve decided to buy a commode – but you’ve realized that it’s not just one size fits all. Don’t worry, as our useful guide is here to help you understand which commode to buy. As well as explaining the different types of commodes and our top …
Should My Parents Have 24-Hour Live In Care? Live-in care wasn’t really a concept I’d considered until my grandpa suddenly needed more support a decade ago. He was clear that he wanted to stay living at home, so we looked into ways we could help him achieve this. 24 hour live-in care was the answer …
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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