Virtual karaoke and museum tours: how older people can cope with loneliness during the coronavirus crisis
(Note this article was originally published on 20 March 2020) Social distancing is rapidly becoming a way of life as…
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Managing your ageing parent’s health – their number one asset.
This is likely to be your parent’s number one topic to talk about – their health or lack thereof. Being healthy is not just about not being sick, it’s ‘a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing’ according to the World Health Organisation. As your parent ages, their physical and mental wellbeing will be impacted. Ageing is a complicated process and the effects it will have on your parent and therefore you, can be challenging. Let’s work out how to keep them strong and healthy as long as possible – both physically and mentally.
Why are older people more at risk of coronavirus?
Note this article was originally published on 17 March 2020. As we learn more about COVID-19, it’s increasingly clear that…
For older people and those with chronic health conditions, staying active at home is extra important – here’s how
Fitbit recently released data showing a global decrease in physical activity levels among users of its activity trackers compared to…
Your parent’s doctor – your partner in caring
Your parent’s doctor could be your biggest ally in helping you care for your ageing parents so it’s important they…
Don’t wait for a crisis – start planning your aged care now
Start planning your aged care – this article covers the main issues when it comes to planning aged care, from…
Bowel cancer screening tests can save your parents’ life
Bowel cancer screening tests are arriving in the mail. Don’t throw them out – they can help save your parents’…