If you would like to order a Careline alarm for your loved one, or for yourself, we have a very simple ordering system. There are no waiting lists and there is no need to arrange an appointment with an engineer. There are three ways of ordering the Careline alarm: Order Online Ordering online could not be any easier. Once on our website, you can visit the pricing page. Simply select the option that is most suitable from our three main plans: Yearly Plan Monthly Plan Fall Detector Yearly Plan You will then have the option to add any additional products such as a key …
Elderly ‘reluctant to complain’ about health care
It has been reported by the BBC that a considerable number of elderly people don't make a complaint if they are unhappy with their medical care. This could be due to fears about their future medical treatment or uncertainty about how to make a complaint. A report suggests that 56% of people over the age of 65 who have experienced a problem didn't complain because they were worried that it could impact their future treatment. Nearly 20% of the elderly people did not know how to raise a complaint. A third of people felt that complaining wouldn't make a difference. By choosing not …
Are You in Danger or at Risk of Falling?
Falls are the largest cause of emergency hospital admissions for older people, and significantly impact on long term outcomes. Falls account for up to 40% of ambulance call-outs to homes for people aged over 65. More than 1 in 3 people over age 65 fall each year, causing serious injuries and sometimes even death. For those over age 75, falls are the leading cause of death by injury. The effects aren't just physical either. Falling can knock a person’s confidence, instilling them with a fear of falling again that plagues their everyday lives. Less than half of fall victims seek …
Everything You Need To Know About Lasting Power of Attorney
Power of attorney is a legal document which allows you to make decisions on someone else's behalf, if they are no longer able to act in their own best interests. There are a few different kinds of power of attorney. Which one your loved one needs will depend on their situation. Today we'll be discussing Lasting Power of Attorney. What is Lasting Power of Attorney? Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is when you have legal autonomy to act on behalf of someone else. This could be because they are no longer mentally capable of making those decisions, or they no longer wish to make those …
Physical & Mental Health Conditions that could affect your Older Parents
Around 15 million people in England suffer with a long-term health condition, with around four million elderly cases. These conditions can be very challenging to live with and to treat. With an ageing population, the NHS faces growing demand each year. Outcomes for most of these health conditions can be greatly improved by noticing symptoms quickly. With this in mind, we've put together this handy guide to some of the physical and mental health conditions that could affect your older loved ones. Physical Health Conditions That Could Affect Your Loved Ones There is a long list of …
How to Eat Healthy : Fact vs. Fiction
It doesn't have to be complicated to eat healthy. However, healthy eating advice changes every day and it can be difficult to keep up. Your loved one doesn't have to fill their cupboards with expensive "Superfoods" or swap the Sunday roast for a salad. In this article, we will address the most common food myths. Superfoods So, what is a Superfood? It's a marketing term for food with supposed health benefits. They are thought to be nutritionally dense and good for one's health. Blueberries, salmon and kale are a few examples of foods that have been given this title. What is the …
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