Ageism refers to prejudice, discrimination, or stereotyping based on a person’s age, typically directed towards individuals at the extremes of the age spectrum—either the young or the elderly. It involves making assumptions or generalizations about people based solely on their age, often leading to biased attitudes, unequal treatment, and negative

Caring for older loved ones during the winter requires special attention to ensure their safety, health, and well-being. Cold weather can pose unique challenges for older people, such as increased risk of falls, susceptibility to illness, and potential isolation. Here are some tips for providing support during the winter: Keep

This is a conversation I regularly have with my clients and their families. As an Independent Advocate, I see that caring for caregivers is essential because they often support those in need, whether professionally or as family and friends. Caregiving can be emotionally and physically demanding, leading to burnout and

Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit in England that provides financial support to eligible individuals or couples who have reached the state pension age. Pension Credit tops up a person’s income to a minimum of £201.05 per week for single pensioners and to £306.85 for couples, or more if a

Housing options for older people in England include various choices tailored to their needs and preferences. These options aim to provide comfortable and supportive living environments for older people. Here are some common types of housing for older people in England: Retirement Communities: These are age-restricted communities designed specifically for

It’s estimated that in the UK, 1 in 5 people over 60 experience some form of abuse or neglect. That means 2.6 million older people in the UK experience abuse each and every year. In 2023, Elder Abuse Charities are asking the Government to provide a strategy to tackle Violence

A British bank created “The M-word” campaign a few years ago. It was apparently in response to research from Lloyds Bank that showed MONEY is a bigger taboo in British families than politics, sex, or religion. Well, I would add “CARE” for elderly loved ones to that list of “taboos”, and

When a family first contacts me, the person who phones me up often starts with, “I don’t know how you can help?”. And my reply is nearly always, “Well, tell me your story”. Most people who get in touch with me have been recommended to do so by a friend,

The Internet of Things (IOT), and voice-activated technology such as Amazon’s Alexa and Apple’s Fall Detection Watch feature have all helped bring the possibilities of elderly home monitoring into families’ conversations about eldercare. As technology advances, more people are using Home Monitoring Systems as part of a Care Solution for

This month (November) is National Family Caregivers Month Recently, after reading articles about the shortage of carers in both residential settings and in people’s homes, I have felt frustrated and sad to read so many comments suggesting that there would be no need for these carers if families “pulled their