Staying at Home

'A refreshing change from other designs': People are loving these stylish riser recliners

Earlier this year, we launched a new range of riser recliner chairs for care homes and care at home. They weren't just new for us, they were new for everyone in the care sector thanks to their distinctive designs and contemporary styling...

Men in Sheds: A heart-warming community project that is combating loneliness

Loneliness is a real concern for older people and their families. As their ability to get out and about reduces and their social circle decreases, an aged person can find occupation and interaction with the outside world hard to come by...

Supermarket checkout 'relaxed lane' for elderly and vulnerable customers is catching on

At the Tesco store in Forres in the Scottish Highlands, you will notice a large sign positioned at the entrance to one of the checkout lanes. It reads, 'Feel free to take as long as you need to go through this checkout today'...

Singing for the Brain: The singing groups for people with dementia

Singing for the Brain is an initiative organised by the Alzheimer's Society which involves bringing dementia patients and carers together in regular singing groups. The groups are a socially stimulating activity for people with dementia and memory loss...

Recognising that you're a carer with Carers UK and the identification challenge

The care of an ill, older or disabled loved one is often just a part of life for many people. Too many in this situation struggle on, unaware that support is available or afraid of how asking for help reflects on them as a person...

How paying for elderly care works across the UK

The social care system in the UK addresses many aspects of care for the elderly. Types of care include help to live independently at home with assistance in simple tasks such as shopping and cleaning...

SSKIN: 5 simple steps to prevent and treat pressure ulcers

Even though there have been improvements in pressure ulcer/bed sore prevention across many UK care facilities, pressure ulcers continue to affect approximately 20% of all patients in hospitals, nursing homes and residential homes...

Why do I snore and what can I do about it?

Snoring is caused by the vibration of soft tissue in your head and neck as you breathe in. It is thought to affect around one quarter of the UK population and can affect all ages, although it is most commonly found in those aged 40 to 60 years old...

10 top tips on buying a hospital bed for home

Buying a hospital bed for the home, either for yourself or a person in your care, can be a daunting proposition. However, with a bit of knowledge of what to look out for, it can be carried out easily and effectively. Here are our 10 top buying tips...

6 online disability forums you should visit

When browsing the web for information relating to care, disabilities and illnesses, finding the result you want is much like ‘hunting the thimble’. With the sheer volume of information to hand, and all of the different types of resources available...

Useful tips for helping a loved one with dementia remain independent

Caring for a loved one with dementia that is living alone presents many challenges for us as caregivers. It is essential you put the necessary arrangements in place to ensure they are safe and supported...

5 ways an adjustable mobility bed will help you and/or your elderly loved one

As we age it is a fact that our ability to get around and do daily tasks as easily as we used to reduces. Whilst we may not wholly recognise it, muscles and joints will start to toil after years of being put through their paces.

Watch: The Opera® ProSafe Profiling Bed features in 60 Minute Makeover!

Earlier this year, the Opera® ProSafe Profiling Bed was at the centre of a recent episode of 60 Minute Makeover. ITV has just released footage for us to show you, and the transformation is impressive...

Amazon's Alexa is helping the elderly and disabled in Hampshire to live independently at home

Hampshire County Council is the first local authority to use voice recognition technology to support elderly and disabled residents receiving care at home. Working with Amazon, the council is trialling a customised version of its Alexa software...