Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is a virus which was first encountered in Wuhan at the end of 2019. Since first being discovered, it has spread across the world, affecting over 450,000 people. Over a third of the worlds population are currently in lockdown in their respective countries to try and stop the spread of the virus. Communities are being told to not leave their homes, don't interact with anyone who does not reside in your household and to generally quarantine themselves - even from those who they live with - if they feel unwell or are over the age of 70. As a society, we're now …
Introducing the Careline GSM Alarm
Welcome to the Careline GSM Alarm. This new Careline alarm has been manufactured by Tynetec (officially known as the Reach IP GSM Alarm Unit) and removed the need for a landline in your loved one's home. In today's short post we will explain how this new alarm works and benefits it has for you and your family. Careline GSM Alarm - The Features The new alarm system has been designed to improve the quality of the alarm service even further, by removing the need for a landline telephone connection. The Careline GSM Alarm uses broadband (IP) and mobile phone (GSM) technology to help …
10 Poems You Probably Haven’t Read But Need To
Poetry is an archaic yet powerful means of expression and communication. For many of us, there will be some we can recite by memory from our school days. Reading poetry can be a great way to find time for relaxation and unwinding. Today, there has been a drop in poetry being written and read but we thought it important to take a look back at this neglected art form. We have examined some of the best poems out there, by some of the best writers. Through gaining a better understanding of the meaning of these poems, we hope that in turn, you will fall in love with poetry all over …
How to Fight Loneliness in Old Age
Being elderly can sometimes mean it is difficult to keep up regular social interaction, particularly for those living alone. Studies have shown that loneliness can have a long-lasting negative impact on one’s health. One study found that those over 80 are significantly more lonely than other elderly people. This is likely due to immobility and lack of transportation. There have been a plethora of studies that show links between loneliness and health problems both psychiatric and physical. That is why it is important to stay social to give yourself the best chance. The Facts About …
Remembering Harper Lee: An Extraordinary Novelist
Harper Lee was a highly successful American novelist, best known for her hugely influential novel: To Kill A Mockingbird. Today, on the anniversary of her death in 2016, we take a look at what made her novel so renowned, and a sneak peek into the life of what would eventually become the author of one of the most widely studied books of our time. Harper Lee - The Beginning Nelle Harper Lee was born in April of 1926, in Alabama. Harper was actually her middle name, chosen by her parents to honour the paediatrician who saved her sister's life, whilst her first name 'Nelle' was her …
Tips on How to Stay Safe Online
The virtual online world can be a difficult one to navigate and people are becoming increasingly more susceptible to being targets to scammers. It is important to stay safe online and so we have come up with a comprehensive list of things you can do to ensure you are staying safe whilst surfing the web. Your Privacy: Every webpage online has a ‘Privacy Policy’ which you should use to control how much of your information is accessible to other users and parties. For example, Facebook can allow you to alter whether strangers can see your full or basic profile. This means personal …
