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  1. How to make your home more dementia friendly

    care for someone with dementia, these changes may reassure you that their home is as comfortable and safe as possible.  Making simple adjustments around your home can make a real difference, but there ... on the inside of the door at eye level can be helpful.  Everyone wants to feel comfortable and safe in their living room. Making some small changes can help to keep it a relaxed and reassuring place

  2. Protection from abuse and neglect

    Everyone has the right to live safely, free from abuse and neglect – regardless of age. However, if you feel at risk yourself, or you're concerned about someone else, it's important to remember that ... at risk of further abuse, the adult safeguarding team will work with you to plan how you can stay safe. You must be fully involved at every stage of this process.

  3. Unreasonable, discriminatory and/or abusive behaviour policy

    spaces that are welcoming and safe and this includes our retail stores. We ask all service users, including customers and visitors, for their co-operation in maintaining a safe and respectful environment ... take legal action. In such cases, we may not give the person prior warning. Where appropriate and safe to do so, we will let the individual know about the action we are taking and the reason for it. This

  4. Painful Journeys

    to their hospital appointments Every older person deserves to get to their hospital appointments safely without it being a struggle ...the changes being put forward by the NHS will go a long way towards

  5. Coronavirus vaccine and treatments

    independent experts that advise Government on all vaccines) have assessed all approved vaccines to be safe and able to offer a high level of protection against becoming severely unwell with coronavirus, including ... available, no one will receive a vaccine that hasn’t been properly approved and shown to be safe. The NHS will contact you if your NHS record suggests you might be eligible for a seasonal spring

  6. Practical ways to help older people

    How we can all help Want to know how you can safely help older people in your family or neighbouring area? Here are five tips for making their lives easier during this difficult time. During this unsettling ... leave the shopping on their front doorstep, knock on their door and step back while you ensure they safely receive it. Make sure you stand 2 metres away from them at all times. You could help an older person

  7. Looking after yourself in a heatwave

    Keep cool and be sun-safe The hot weather can have its downsides when it comes to health, so make sure you stay safe this summer with these tips. Many of us look forward to some sunshine, but as we get

  8. Alcohol advice

    best not to drink at all. If you have a long-term condition, ask your doctor about how much you can safely drink. Mixing alcohol and medications – including prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal remedies ... or cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting and headaches. Ask your doctor of pharmacist if it’s safe for you to drink alcohol with your medication. Be careful if you’re taking pain medication, sleeping

  9. The Bradbury Foundation

    access from someone they have a relationship with. 'It also ensures that people feel included, have a safe environment and can retain independence while meeting others and perhaps learning a new skill.’ How

  10. Seafarers Group Calls

    place each week, at the same agreed day and time. They’re 45 minutes long, and offer a free, safe, and friendly environment in which to chat, share stories and enjoy friendship with others. How do

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