On the 31st May back in 1859, the clock tower known as Big Ben located in Westminster London, rang for the very first time. The Tower is officially named 'The Elizabeth Tower', and previously 'The Stephen's Tower' by Victorians. The 'Big Ben' name originally only applied to the bell however over time it was used to refer to the entire structure and is what we all famously know it as today. Big Ben The History When the Palace Of Westminster was destroyed in a great fire back in 1834 a competition was set up in the after math asking for re-designs. The best design was to be …
Caring for elderly parents & yourself!
When your parents enter into old age, you can find yourself in a sort of role reverse. Those who once cared for your every need as a child, are now in need of some care themselves. Caring for your elderly parents can be rewarding, but undoubtedly challenging. But with many families refusing the option of a residential care home, it's not uncommon to look after mum and dad to ensure they can stay at home. This can be a great way to keep your parents living independently around those they are familiar with. However, there are a number of ways to ease the strain on the family. …
The Perfect Gift for the Elderly
A gift for the elderly We understand that as the years go by, our health can provide many challenges through deterioration in older age. But that doesn't mean that we are all ready to give up our independence for a move to a residential home, and we shouldn't have to be! With technology like our Careline alarms there is now another option available to us and our family members. If you have a loved one who is able to be independent, but could use peace of mind when home alone, our personal alarms are the perfect gift an elderly relative. The Careline alarm service is simple yet …
Sir Roger Moore – A look back at his career
Movie legend Sir Roger Moore has died at the age of 89. Sir Roger Moore, whom most notably portrayed James Bond a mind blowing seven times, the most by any actor, passed away on Tuesday after losing his battle with cancer. Today we take a look back at the career of Sir Roger Moore. Sir Roger Moore - Career Sir Roger Moore was born on October 14, 1927, in Stockwell, London. He Attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where he developed his transcending relaxed demeanour and Mid-Atlantic accent that defined him as an actor, before he was conscripted into military service …
How Careline works and what it can do for you
Here at Careline, we support thousands of elderly, disabled and vulnerable people in the comfort of their own homes by providing a personal alarm service. Our pendant alarms are aimed at anyone who is elderly, frail or disabled and at risk of falling. As the years advance, health issues can mean that day to day tasks become more difficult. Sometimes this can mean giving up on the idea of living independently altogether. We believe that this doesn’t have to be the way. Our mission is to help as many people as possible live safe and enjoyable later lives - and our alarms help …
Today In History – First Academy Awards Ceremony
On May 16th 1929 the first ever Academy Awards Ceremony took place in Hollywood. The event which took up the more popular name of 'The Oscars' in 1939 is now a massive annual event which see's stars from across the world gather together to contend for various awards. The event was held at Blossom Room of the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood, California where 250 people attended. Its first president and the host of the May 1929 ceremony was the actor Douglas Fairbanks Sr. Unlike today, the winners of the first Oscars–as the coveted gold-plated statuettes later became known–were …
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