Our mission here at Careline365 is to support elderly and disabled people, helping them stay safe, active, and independent. Our standard personal alarms already help thousands of families throughout the UK to carry on living independently at home. Now, thanks to the latest telecare technology, alarm users can enjoy peace of mind wherever they go with the Careline GPS Alarm. What is the Careline GPS Alarm? The Careline GPS Alarm is the newest addition to our range of personal alarms for elderly and disabled people. It's the first personal alarm that allows you to call for help …
10 Best Christmas Gifts for Older Parents
If you're looking for Christmas gifts for older parents and grandparents, we're here to help. Lots of us haven't been able to see our elderly relatives in a long time, so it's only natural to want to find the best Christmas presents for them. After all, gift-giving is a wonderful way to show that you care. Take a look at our recommendations and get some great Christmas gifts for your elderly parents. 1. Ancestry DNA Kit Does your parent love watching Who Do You Think You Are or Long Lost Family? If so, this could be the ideal gift for mum or dad. An Ancestry DNA kit allows your …
5 New Skills to Learn During Lockdown
In 2020, people across the UK picked up a huge range of new hobbies and skills during the national lockdown. Now, with a return to lockdown looking more and more likely, we're sharing some of our favourites. Here are our top 5 new skills to learn during lockdown. Top 5 Skills to Learn During Lockdown Lots of the popular lockdown hobbies we've seen this year are great for older people. Many of them are very affordable (if not free!) and lots of them are totally practical too. There's a hobby out there for everybody. Here are our recommendations. 1. Learn a Foreign Language While …
Mental Health Awareness: Elderly Suicide
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. …
Assisted Living Facilities: Everything You Need To Know
It's never easy to realise that your loved one is no longer capable of living on their own. Even when we know it's time for a change, we might still feel anxious or guilty about it. When it comes to finding the right assisted living facility, it can be tough to know where to begin. Unfortunately, we don't always have a lot of time to think about our options. This is often because our elderly parent(s) might be at risk of injury or illness in their current situation. Therefore, it's better to be prepared in advance. So, is assisted living right for your elderly parent(s)? And what do …
Eye Care for the Elderly: Common Eye Conditions
Taking care of your eyesight is always important, no matter how old you are. However, as we get older, we might start becoming aware of a few more eye health concerns. When it comes to our elderly loved ones, there are so many things to consider. Lots of us have vision issues throughout our lives, which we can often resolve easily with glasses, contact lenses, or minor surgery. However, as we age, the eyes can begin to deteriorate a little faster than before. Here is our comprehensive guide to elderly eye care. The Importance of Eye Care for the Elderly If our vision is impaired, …
