This article was contributed by Annie Button. Loneliness is more than just sadness. It's a health concern that can have significant consequences for those suffering. Chronic loneliness has been connected to heart disease, cognitive decline, obesity, and depression; unfortunately, it's something that's more common amongst older people. The issue of loneliness is incredibly complex but there is one solution that's easy to implement: food. Food universally brings people together and helps up foster community. Through sharing meals together and engaging in food-related activities, …
Afternoon Tea: Do It Yourself
It's a favourite tradition for many British people, but it can also be an expensive one. Many places offer an afternoon tea experience where we can sit down to catch up with friends or family. If you want to treat your loved one to a memorable experience but money or mobility are an obstacle, here's our guide to making your own afternoon tea. The History of Afternoon Tea Nowadays, afternoon tea is seen as a way to get in touch with our traditions. However, unlike festivities such as Christmas, Halloween, or Easter, afternoon tea has only been a part of our culture for the last …
Recognising Depression in Older People
Today, our understanding of mental health is better than ever. But are older people being left behind? Depression in older people can sometimes be brushed off as a natural part of growing older. It shouldn't be this way. If depression goes untreated, it can cause a serious decline in an older person's physical and mental health. Today's article aims to help you recognise depression in older people. If you notice any signs or symptoms that you or someone you know may be suffering from depression, now is the time to act. The Facts About Depression: Why …
What to Do If Your Elderly Parent is Refusing to Eat
UK Holiday Destinations: Top 6 Countryside Breaks
Many of us love to get away every now and then, but sometimes a holiday abroad might feel like too much to arrange. Alternatively, you may have health conditions that make more exotic holidays unfeasible. If this is the case, your holidays may need to be limited to the sights of the UK. With this in mind, we wanted to go through some of the best UK holiday destinations. For this list, we’ll be leaving out the big cities and focusing on the UK’s beautiful countryside. These are ideal for quieter breaks where you can enjoy your holiday without so many crowds. Top 6 UK Holiday …
Quick Recipes For Elderly People: Our Top 3 Dishes
We all know the importance of a balanced, nutritional diet. However, it can be difficult to make sure that your elderly loved one is getting the most nutrients out of their cooking. From mobility issues and reduced grip, to transport issues making it difficult to get to the supermarket, cooking can become quite the challenge as we get older. Of course, we all want to stay safe and independent; being able to cook for ourselves is an important part of this. That's why we've compiled a few quick recipes for older people to prepare with ease. We should encourage our elderly relatives …
