Hitting the half-century mark can be a mix of emotions. Some of us might feel a sense of achievement, while others might be filled with reflection. Whatever your sentiments, one thing remains clear: understanding how to age well can profoundly influence the quality of your later years.
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A ‘Mad Hatters’ garden tea party prompted smiles all round as a Poundbury residential and nursing home celebrated Care Home Open Day. In a friendly competition, residents at Colten Care’s Castle View home donned a range of colourful hats with Joyce Garton declared the winner. She was presented with...
At a time when almost one million carers, older, disabled and sick people are not receiving the care and support they need, the Care Bill is currently meandering its way through the chambers of Westminster. It is described as:"A Bill to reform the law relating to care and support...
Dying without leaving a will can cause huge problems for the loved-ones left behind, but it seems that a startling number of people are without one. Estimates suggest that as many as 35% of adults aged over 55 do not have a legally valid will, whilst those in younger...
Many of us have experienced technophobes and this made me giggle.
‘Please make this shareable.'
‘I can’t. This is a private Facebook group.'
‘So how can I share it then?‘
'You can’t. This is a private Facebook group.'
‘Why not? Where’s the ‘Share’ button gone? Is there a problem with Facebook?’
‘No. Facebook is functioning...
The colour scheme, fabric textures and even the layout of a home can vastly improve the wellbeing of vulnerable older people in Dorset, say experts from the care provider Agincare. Based on their expertise, Agincare have compiled some fascinating home improvement and interior design tips that can...
The advent of the internet has revolutionised various aspects of our lives, and one significant change is the way people seek companionship. Online dating has become increasingly popular across all age groups, including the elderly. While the digital realm provides opportunities for seniors to connect with potential partners, it...
A palliative nurse has identified the 5 top regrets that her patients had when looking back over their lives. None are necessarily surprising accept for the fact that most of us could avoid those regrets by acting while we are able. See article Contact us here at Dorset Eye or...
In today’s modern world, it seems like everyone has access to the World Wide Web. For seniors, the opportunity for internet use is booming. In fact, the recent use of internet in the 65+ age group increased by 68.7% since 2011, according to the U.K. National Statistics. The internet offers a...
