eldercare
How to apply for Attendance Allowance – what you need to know – Part 1
Written by Sandra Bullen It’s easy enough to say you can apply for this or that to help support your parents, but just how difficult is the practice? When They Get Older co-founder Sandra and her husband have begun the process of applying for Attendance Allowance for her mother-in-law. She’s keeping a journal of the […]
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Safe walking in winter for older people
Dressing in layers, adding grip to footwear and using a stick that’s the right height are all helpful ways to make going out in cold weather safe and enjoyable. The chilly bite of winter is on its way and the drop in temperature and icy conditions can pose a challenge to those who are more […]
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More questions to ask when choosing a care home
By Kathy Lawrence How can you really get under the skin of a care home to know if it’s going to work for your parent? There’s plenty of advice on general questions to ask but here are a few more thoughts for you to consider. These questions are based on the experiences of my family […]
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Summer energy saving tips for your parents
There will forever be tips out there for saving energy in the winter months, but did you know there are steps you can take to prevent your parent’s energy bill soaring in the summer? Whether your parents are turning up the air conditioning, using more water to run showers or using more electricity to power […]
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Heating guide for your parents and grandparents: how to stay warm and save money this winter
Updated October 2021 Britain’s elderly are hit the hardest by the cold at winter. In fact, according to Age UK, in winter an older person dies every seven minutes due to cold temperatures. It’s therefore crucial that their homes are a safe temperature. But for many older people on a limited budget the cost of […]
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Making homes safe from carbon monoxide poisoning
How dangerous is carbon monoxide (CO) and what can you do to help protect against a leak of this deadly gas? Expert lawyer Gavin Evans of Simpson Millar Solicitors offers explanation and advice. In winter many of us are turning the central heating on more frequently and lighting gas fires, open fires and wood burners. […]
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Tips on avoiding electrical danger in the home
Electrical Safety First’s report, “A shock to the System”, found that more than a million people aged over 75 live in homes which fail the UK Government’s Decent Home Standard – with electrical safety a particular concern. Here, Phil Buckle, Director General of the charity, gives the details and offers some tips to help you […]
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Preparing for live-in care – what you need to know
If you are in the position of having to arrange care for an older relative who can no longer look after themselves, it can be an emotional and stressful time. You’ll want to ensure that they can continue to live independently for as long as possible rather than going into a home, which 97%1 of […]
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Understanding the options in elder care
As family members or friends get older, they may need more support than you’re able to provide. Making the decision to get help can be an emotional time, so it’s important that you understand the different elderly care options your parent has. Working together to choose support based on their needs, condition and personality could […]
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Four questions to ask a new live-in carer to start building a relationship
Inviting a stranger into the home to provide live-in care can be daunting. Where do you start to build a comfortable relationship between carer and person receiving care? Chris Turner of live-in care provider Notaro Live in Care offers some useful questions that a care recipient can ask their new carer in order to start […]
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