Miscellaneous
A good diet is a crucial in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially as you age. Eating right can be difficult, but if you know any older people who are trying to enhance their nutrition, here are 5 things that might help: 1. Cook more often Cooking and baking can be enjoyable and maybe even a […]
We recently spotted an article in the Independent about the health problems faced by older people due to loneliness. We thought we’d share it with you – it’s a very though provoking piece that shows the importance of daily company for people living alone. A recent survey revealed that loneliness is one of the biggest […]
Research shows that beetroot juice can reduce blood pressure in the elderly, and a glass a day is recommended to boost fitness. Studies found participants spent 24% longer cycling on an exercise bike after one week of taking beetroot juice once a day. Beetroot is a recognised superfood because of its high concentrations of nitrate […]
Last night we celeberated a Memorial Mass in Moorehall Lodge Drogheda to remember our friend and colleague Aleksandra (Ola) Noga who sadly died on Monday 22 February 2016. Known as Ola, she was beloved wife of Jan and loving mam to Jakub and Marta. A valued colleague for over 10 years, Ola was a nurse […]
Have you seen this viral story about the Bus Éireann driver yet? It’s one that goes to show that acts of kindness can go a long way to make someone’s day. Driver William Harris stopped to let an elderly passenger off the bus and in doing so, noticed that her lace was untied. He called […]
In general, the temperatures this winter have been above average. But now it seems as though a cold snap has struck the country and further cold weather is expected. Here’s a friendly reminder to make sure that elderly neighbours, friends and family members are safe and warm. Here are a few things to consider: • […]
Have you seen the new ad from Germany that returns the spotlight to the worries of the lonely this Christmas? The ad features a grandfather who is left disappointed after hearing that his family won’t be coming to see him on Christmas day, and not for the first time. In a desperate attempt to get […]
Good news for fans of Mediterranean style food – it might help your brain to stay in shape as you age. Foods such as fish, vegetables, fruit and grains could significantly improve the brain health of the over 65s. There has been previous to suggest that a Mediterranean diet could lower the risk of developing […]
Researchers at King’s College London have carried out a study to show how online brain training games could help to improve the daily lives of older people. Research showed that that mental exercises could even help with every day tasks such as using public transport, shopping, cooking and managing personal finances. The 7,000 or so […]
You have probably seen the latest John Lewis Christmas ad, called ‘Man On The Moon’, depicting images of an elderly man living alone and gaining comfort from a small Christmas gift. John Lewis worked closely with Age UK to create the popular TV advert in order to highlight the fears that some people have of […]