We are privileged to be sponsoring the friendliest club in Yeovil - the Bowls and Squash club. What a local gem of a place this is, a beautiful oasis located behind the hospital car park, which you can be forgiven for not knowing was there. However once you’ve been you’ll want to go again and again. Despite what you might think, lawn bowls isn’t just a sport for retirees. It doesn't take long to grasp the basics of the game, as...
In this digital age, with 24/7 internet access and the ability to connect with whoever we want whenever we want, it can be easy to forget that for some people life can be very lonely. For younger generations, it can be hard to understand that some people simply don’t have anyone to chat to, whether it be online or face to face. But the latest research shows that 75% of older people are lonely and with more than 1 million older...
Growing old is inevitable, and whilst it can bring with it the advantages of wisdom and experience, changes to our body and mind can be frustrating and difficult to accept. From being worried about becoming forgetful and confused to becoming vulnerable and dependent on others, old age presents us with a series of challenges that must be acknowledged and worked through. The first hurdle for many families though, can be getting their loved one to accept that they are in need...
You’ve spent ages choosing the perfect location, you’ve saved up all year and the big day is finally almost here, but there is a nagging guilt at the back of your mind that threatens to overshadow your much anticipated and much needed holiday. Who is going to make sure that mum and dad are ok whilst you are enjoying a well-earned break? We all know that it is impossible to look after others if we don’t look after ourselves, but sometimes...
As Summer is upon us and we enjoy longer, warmer days it’s easy to forget that, for some, the heat can be a real problem. Higher temperatures and humidity can easily cause heat-related illness, particularly as we get older. There are however, some very simple steps that we can take to help alleviate any problems. Drink plenty of cool drinks such as water or soft drinks, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Try to avoid hot drinks such as tea...
Didn’t we have a lovely day, the day we went to Bangor? As our loved ones get older, sometimes it can seem that their world shrinks. They can become nervous of leaving their familiar surroundings and what used to be a simple day out becomes a huge undertaking that can fill both them and you with anxiety. However, by following these practical steps it is possible to have a lovely day out that is safe and enjoyable for all. Plan Ahead Firstly, make...
14th to 20th May 2017 You may have noticed in the media that this week is Dementia Awareness Week. Social Media channels have been awash with wonderful pictures of people all around the country staging events to help raise awareness of Dementia in their local community. From communal walks to baking cakes, from awareness sessions to training courses, people across the UK are getting behind the campaign to bring dementia and its symptoms to the attention of as many people as possible. There are...
As spring is upon us, many of us will be venturing out into our gardens and enjoying the warmer weather. As we get older we may face a few limitations but these should not deter us from enjoying our hobbies. There are many ways in which you can adjust your garden to ensure that you can continue to enjoy being outside. By raising the beds, you can avoid bending and stooping or even consider vertical planting using trellis’ to make them...
Watching your loved ones cope with a terminal illness can have a huge impact on the entire family. At this stressful time though it is important to remember that there are lots of people who can help you, not only practically but also by providing support and guidance. At Heartfelt Care, we can provide palliative care at home, meaning that your loved one can remain in familiar surroundings, in the company of family and friends until the end of their life....
It is a common misconception that dementia is merely the loss of your memory, however it is much more than this. Dementia is a term used to describe a cluster of symptoms which do indeed include memory loss but may also include difficulties with language, thinking or problem solving and sometimes includes behaviour or mood changes. There are many sources of dementia such as a stroke or Alzheimer’s disease but the underlying cause is damage to the brain. Often the symptoms...
