The fear of falling
Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries among older people but, even though the weather continues to be wet and icy, experts from the University of Manchester are showing that falls can be avoid ...
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Ken finally pops the question
An 88-year-old war hero had to be helped up by his sweetheart after he proposed to her on one knee — and got stuck. Arctic Convoys veteran Ken Reith said he fell in love at first sight with Fran ...
Hollywood and Ivy
Residents at a retirement home have recreated some of the most famous images from cinema for their very own Christmas calendar. The pensioners dressed up as Harry Potter, the Godfather and the cast of ...
Embrace your youth in Octogenarian October
A group of extreme Snowdonia attractions is encouraging the older generation to embrace their youth by launching Octogenarian October. The famous adventure and outdoor activity centres, including Zip ...