Our ageing population
The story of our ageing society is often told in terms of a growing population of “older people”. But what does that term even mean? That’s a question that is asked by the UK specialist think tank, Th ...
Tag Archives: older people
New retirement property developer launches into the market
A new developer is set to shake up the retirement living housing market as Guild Living announces its plans to develop over 3,000 new homes specifically for the older generations with the aim of meeti ...
Ageing – the financial impact
It will be no surprise to regular readers of Mature Times that, as a society, we are living longer and as a result the age profile of our population is changing rapidly. According to a recent report p ...
First aid focus: falls
Anyone can have a fall, but older people may be more at risk. If you do have a fall, it’s important to know what to do. If you have a fall and you are unhurt: Try to stay calm and take some time to br ...