There has been a real push in recent years to destigmatise mental health issues. This has been really helpful for the younger generation. However, we sometimes forget about the impact poor mental health can have on the elderly. There are many aspects of growing older that can make people feel isolated. In honour of World Mental Health Day, we wanted to share the signs to look out for to prevent elderly suicide. Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50. Although the rate of male suicide declines slowly between the ages of 44 to 64 years old, after this it begins to rise again. …
6 Best British Beaches to Visit this Summer
The amount of Brits taking foreign holidays has boomed over the last few decades. However, as most things have been over the last year, this summer will be a little different. What with the uncertainty of restrictions this summer, many of us have taken to researching the best holidays in the UK. Britain has a small but stunning coastline and today we will be listing the best British beaches on offer. Whether it's for a week's getaway or a day trip, we've got one to suit every need. Whitstable, Kent Whitstable is a seaside town on the north coast of Kent. It is an ideal staycation …
Rules On Wearing Masks Inside Shops
The rules for staying safe during Coronavirus sometimes feel like they are changing daily. It can feel difficult to keep up and know what your responsibilities are. We want to offer some clarity for what the rules are and what impact they have on the elderly. The government recently announced that wearing masks inside shops was mandatory. This is also the case for enclosed public spaces and transport. It is in an attempt to curb the spread of the virus as shops and restaurants begin to reopen. Officials hope this will help the economy to recover whilst keeping the consumers …
New Year’s Resolutions For Older Adults
This week we wave goodbye to 2019 and move into the roaring 20's again! With the New Year comes the tradition of setting New Year's Resolutions. This isn't just an activity for the young - setting resolutions can have a positive impact on health for older people too. Therefore, we've put together our top resolutions for older adults: Ten Minutes Physical Exercise Per Day Exercise is one of the most common New Year's resolutions. Keeping active in senior years is key to remaining healthy and mobile, making this a great resolution for older adults. Aiming for 10 minutes physical …
