HEALTH

Early signs of Alzheimer’s detection test

Early signs of Alzheimer’s detection test

The early stages of Alzheimer’s disease could be detected by smell years before memory loss sets in, a study found. The disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting almost 500,000 peop ...
Dancing with dementia

Dancing with dementia

Receiving a diagnosis of dementia comes with a multitude of emotions; devastation, fear, shock, panic and bemusement. But sometimes it can be a sense of relief and hope!! Yes, relief and hope. Please ...
Funding for vital equipment in the home

Funding for vital equipment in the home

Adaptations in the home – whether it’s a ramp, stair lift or level access shower – play a huge role in helping vulnerable people to live in their own properties. For people with limited means, the Dis ...
Advice from Age UK on keeping your home warm

Advice from Age UK on keeping your home warm

Cutting your energy bills down to size and making them more affordable doesn’t have to mean making big changes – small measures can save you money too. Draw your curtains in the evenings to minimise h ...