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dementia can be very challenging. But it's just as important to look after yourself, too. When you’re caring for someone else, it can be easy to overlook your own needs. But looking after your health and ... caring role. Caring for someone with dementia can lead to feelings of guilt, sadness, confusion or anger. Unlike other conditions, it can be difficult to share these feelings with someone with dementia, leaving
Worried about someone's driving? If you feel that an older relative or friend has become a danger to themselves and to others on the road, it's important that you find a way to talk to them about it. We've
long term. As we get older, our bodies change and we naturally start to slow down a little bit. If someone's been diagnosed with a health condition, or is living with long-term challenges like arthritis or ... possible, get them to move their arms and legs for a few minutes. You could set a timer to remind them when to get up. Get them to do gentle stretches in bed or in a chair each day to keep them supple. Set
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or ‘being frail’ is often used to describe a particular state of health. Read this guide from Age UK for more information around frailty.
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newspaper can be an excellent way of engaging them with our campaigns. We'll provide you with all the information, materials and contact details that you need. Find out more about our latest campaign actions 3 ... on in your local Age UK. They may be running a local campaign or holding events and focus groups. When we talk to MPs they often tell us how important it is that campaigners write personal letters to them
even should. We can help you find the right way to help them. It can be tricky to know whether someone's feeling lonely. There are lots of reasons why they might not have said anything to you or anyone ... only happen when they're ready. The best thing you can do to help the person you're worried about is to encourage them to talk about how they're feeling – whether that's to you or someone else. For
When you care for someone, it can be easy to overlook your own needs. But it’s important that make time for yourself, too. Find out more with Age UK.