Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is a virus which was first encountered at the end of 2019. Since first being discovered, it has spread across the world, affecting over 18,200,400 people to date. In attempts to stave off the spread of the virus, much of the world went into lockdown for several months and have only recently started to ease these measures thanks to an improvement in infection rates. Communities are being told to not leave their homes if they can help it, to only interact with others (outside of their direct household) at a safe distance of 2 metres and to generally quarantine …
Can Alternative Medicine Help Your Elderly Parent?
By definition, alternative medicine has been around as long as mainstream medicine. The use of herbal remedies dates back to the beginning of recorded history. Granted, alternative medicine doesn't have the best reputation because, by its own definition, there is limited evidence to prove that it works. However, many people express that alternative medicine has had a significant impact on the improvement of their symptoms or illnesses. Many go to alternative medicines looking for a more 'natural' solution. Some will also use holistic therapies alongside conventional medicine. This …
Everything You Need To Know About Lasting Power of Attorney
Power of attorney is a legal document which allows you to make decisions on someone else's behalf, if they are no longer able to act in their own best interests. There are a few different kinds of power of attorney. Which one your loved one needs will depend on their situation. Today we'll be discussing Lasting Power of Attorney. What is Lasting Power of Attorney? Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is when you have legal autonomy to act on behalf of someone else. This could be because they are no longer mentally capable of making those decisions, or they no longer wish to make those …
How To Talk About End Of Life Arrangements
No-one wants to think about their loved ones passing away. As difficult as it might be, it is important to prepare for the end of life. It's an eventuality for all of us and we need to make sure we are having open and honest conversations. Death can be an isolating topic but if we don't feel able to talk about it, we run the risk of not having our wishes executed. So, with this in mind, we've written a guide to talking about end of life arrangements with your loved one. How to Talk About End Of Life Arrangements There is no wrong way to begin talking about end of life …
Easy Exercises for Older People at Home
The coronavirus has had a huge impact on our day to day lives and we have all needed to adapt. Many of us have been restricted to going out only once a day to get essentials. So, how can we maintain a healthy lifestyle and ensure we are getting enough exercise when confined to the house? With this in mind, we've put together some simple yet effective exercises for older people to do at home. Warming Up Firstly, remember that stretching before and after exercise is an important part of any routine. Warming up prepares your heart, lungs, and muscles for a workout. Just five …
Technological Innovations for Those Living with Dementia
What is Dementia? Dementia is a degenerative syndrome which causes brain function to decline over time. The symptoms include problems with: Memory loss Thinking speed Mental sharpness and quickness Understanding Language Judgement Mood Movement Carrying out daily activities Dementia is sometimes confused with Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia. People who suffer from dementia are often confused or cannot remember and retain certain information. This can sometimes come across to others as avoiding issues or not telling the …
