Everybody knows how important a good night's sleep is. However, not all of us are getting this. Here are our top tips to help you get the best sleep possible every night. How Much Sleep do we Need? A lack of quality sleep has significant impacts on health including higher rates of stroke, Alzheimer's disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. It also affects mental well-being causing higher rates of depression and anxiety and overall poor mood, energy, and motivation. According to experts, the amount of sleep we need depends on age, gender, and lifestyle. Age As we …
Recognising Depression in Older People
Today, our understanding of mental health is better than ever. But are older people being left behind? Depression in older people can sometimes be brushed off as a natural part of growing older. It shouldn't be this way. If depression goes untreated, it can cause a serious decline in an older person's physical and mental health. Today's article aims to help you recognise depression in older people. If you notice any signs or symptoms that you or someone you know may be suffering from depression, now is the time to act. The Facts About Depression: 68% of adults over 65 report …
The Ingredients of a Good Night’s Sleep
There are many elements that work together to create a great night’s sleep. Today, we're going to break down a few of the most important components. You may notice as you age that you are finding it harder to get to sleep and maintain a deep sleep. However, poor sleep is not a natural consequence of ageing. If you struggle with sleep then you should try to understand its links to your lifestyle and environment. Your sleep can have a huge impact on your overall health and quality of life. Therefore, we believe that everyone deserves a good night's sleep. Your Bedroom Environment: …
Senior Discounts – Restaurants
Everybody loves a bargain - but for older people, looking after the pennies is even more important. Older people are often on a fixed income, whether that's State Pension, private pension, or working reduced hours. Thankfully, there are plenty of senior discounts out there. We've already covered the biggest elderly discounts in UK shops and discounted days out, but today we'll be looking at dining discounts for older people. Let's dive in! Best Dining Discounts for Older People Lots of chain restaurants offer discounts to older diners. Plenty of others have a senior menu with …
Volunteering In Your Local Community
Volunteering provides an opportunity to get involved with your local community and work together with others. There are many reasons people choose to offer their time and there are plenty of benefits to be gained. Why Volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to share your knowledge and pass on your experience and skills to others. Alternatively, volunteering could offer an opportunity for you to learn something completely new and develop your skills further. Others may enjoy volunteer work for the social aspect. It allows them to meet new people and form friendships with other …
Elderly Hobbies: Trying something new
We all know how important it is to keep our minds and bodies active, particularly as we grow older and when we retire. Keeping the mind stimulated is the best way to "stay young" according to studies. One way to keep your brain stimulated is by taking up a hobby. Hobbies can not only be fun but can refresh the mind and body too. The benefits of having a hobby can include reducing stress, improving memory, improving physical fitness, and enabling better sleep. Of course, it will depend on the type of hobby, but generally speaking, any hobby that keeps the mind focused is doing …
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