One of the biggest problems facing the elderly today is loneliness. This is despite access to the internet. This can come down to a lack of willingness to try new things or worries that they won't understand. However, it is important that we stay connected to loved ones to prevent them from feeling isolated. With that in mind, we look at 5 effective ways of keeping in touch. 5. Schedule Regular Visits It's easy for the hustle and bustle of modern life to leave us with little time to visit family and friends. However, it's important to make time for one another. If you don't get …
How Art Supports Your Mental Health
It's important that we look after our mental health, regardless of age. Poor mental health can affect many aspects of our lives, including our physical wellbeing. Fortunately, art for mental health is an effective way to boost your mood. Creative pursuits are well-known to be calming and rewarding. There's a reason humans have been producing art for as long as we've had the ability to use tools. In fact, studies show that producing art can help to improve memory. But art has several other benefits for mental health. Here are some examples. Relieves Stress It's no secret …
Are Generational Communication Issues Causing Us to Patronise Over-65s?
Do We Patronise the Elderly? According to data from Careline365's study, over half of older people have felt patronised by someone younger than them. Modern language barriers, differences in values, gaps in knowledge, and more, can make communication between generations difficult. It seems the approach young people take to talking with someone older can come off as patronising. To dig deeper into this communication issue, Careline365 spoke to both younger and older people to discover how they feel about this problem. Careline365 asked both those older and younger than 65 for …
Mobility Difficulties – How to Support Your Loved Ones
Many of us take our mobility for granted. However, ageing and medical conditions can mean we end up experiencing mobility difficulties. Though people with disabilities can continue to live happy, independent lives, there are ways you can support loved ones with mobility problems. In this article, we explore some of the ways you can help, without compromising your loved ones' independence. What Causes Mobility Difficulties? There are numerous factors in a person's life that can lead to mobility difficulties. From diseases that slowly reduce your range of movement, to sudden …
Golf: Mental and Physical Health Benefits
For many retirees, there's nothing quite so liberating as playing a few holes of golf. In fact, it's one of the few sports that can be played regardless of age. In 2021, around 4.8 million people played golf – that's about 7% of the population. But what's the appeal? Just like any sport, golf has its share of mental and physical health benefits. Moreover, it's a reasonably sedate sport, and very accessible even if you have no experience. Plus, one of the main draws is that you can take the time to socialise without being exhausted by exercising. If you haven't yet taken up this …
Top UK Holiday Tours for the Elderly
The UK is home to some incredible locales and it's important to appreciate the stunning sights our country has to offer. Fortunately, there are plenty of UK holiday tours to go on. These are ideal for retirees who want to fill their newfound free time with adventure but might not feel confident going abroad. Of course, with so many tours on offer, it may be difficult to know which ones are the most worthwhile. To help you decide where to go, we've compiled a list of the top 5 UK holiday tours for the elderly. Before You Go... If you are considering a holiday tour, it is …
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