When They Get Older is here to help. We’re sharing tips and experiences to give you support as you support your older relatives. Health and wealth, pastimes and pleasures, challenges and relationships – we talk about them all here.
After the age of 70, muscle loss speeds up – especially in the legs. Strength and balance work at this age can make a huge difference to independence and confidence. Below is a simple functional routine that is likely to be suitable for most people over 70. It’s based on guidance commonly recommended by organisations […]
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Here’s a clear guide to the best railcards for older people in the UK, what they offer, and where they can purchase them. Railcards are one of the few benefits of getting to a certain age! The obvious choice – the Senior Railcard (Over-60s Railcard) The Senior Railcard is the main railcard designed specifically for […]
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Artificial intelligence is being introduced into health and social care in a wide range of ways. It can be difficult to understand how what can seem an alien and possibly scary concept for many can deliver benefits in a safe, reliable way. Here are a few stories that aim to show how AI helps older […]
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Many of us have become used to working with multiple screens and enjoy the efficiency benefits. Provider Mobile Pixels has been exploring the possibilities of dual screens to help us keep a discreet eye on remote older family while working. Here are their thoughts, followed by our experience at When They Get Older of setting […]
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