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Top 5 Medication Reminders That Help the Elderly Stay on Track

By Lulu Hines

March 10, 2026

Top 5 Medication Reminders That Help the Elderly Stay on Track

For older adults managing one or more long-term conditions, taking the right medication at the right time can be life-changing. Discover effective medication reminders for older adults that improve adherence and reduce missed doses with simple tools, technology and tips.

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How Mobility Equipment Can Improve Quality of Life

By Fen Mobility Centre

February 12, 2026

How Mobility Equipment Can Improve Quality of Life

With the right guidance, mobility equipment can improve quality of life in meaningful and lasting ways. Here, Fen Mobility, guides us through some of the different types of equipment available, their benefits, and how to choose solutions that genuinely support individual needs.

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The Best Fall Detection Devices for the Elderly in the UK (2026 Guide)

By Bethany Crow

November 24, 2025

The Best Fall Detection Devices for the Elderly in the UK (2026 Guide)

In the UK, more than 1 in 3 people aged over 65 fall at least once a year. Discover the best fall detection devices for the elderly in the UK. Compare fall alarms, smartwatches, and sensors to ensure safety and independence at home.

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Supporting my mum to live independently in the home she loves

By Lilli

November 3, 2025

Supporting my mum to live independently in the home she loves

Family carer Ian, shares his story about caring for his elderly mother, and how he has used modern technology from Lilli to support her independence

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A place to call home: the role of housing and support in building independence for disabled young adults

By David Ashton Jones

September 30, 2025

A place to call home: the role of housing and support in building independence for disabled young adults

Homes Together's David Ashton-Jones explores the vital role residential homes and support services play in helping young adults navigate the transition into adult housing.

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Transforming Tech for Elderly Care

By Lulu Hines

August 27, 2025

Transforming Tech for Elderly Care

The number of older people in the UK is climbing fast, and with it comes a simple but pressing question: how do we help them live well, not just longer? Read how smart technology is reshaping elderly care in the UK. From AI to wearable devices that support safer, independent living.

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How to Make Your Home Safer After a Hospital Discharge

By Sam Davies

August 11, 2025

How to Make Your Home Safer After a Hospital Discharge

The first few days at home after hospital discharge carry the highest risk of falls and complications. In this post, Sam Davies, Director and Co-Founder of Age Care Bathrooms, explores some of the home adaptations you can make quickly, to keep your loved one safe when they return home.

5 Home Improvements for the Elderly: Increasing Safety and Accessibility

By Lulu Hines

July 22, 2025

5 Home Improvements for the Elderly: Increasing Safety and Accessibility

Discover five essential home improvements to increaset safety, mobility and comfort for older adults. Practical upgrades to help seniors live independently.

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From Isolation to Independence: How Community Transport Empowers Older Adults

By Rosie Buckley

June 19, 2025

From Isolation to Independence: How Community Transport Empowers Older Adults

Community transport provides essential access and supports continued participation in community life.

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Disability doesn’t mean inability: Practical tips for empowering disabled adults

By David Ashton Jones

April 24, 2025

Disability doesn’t mean inability: Practical tips for empowering disabled adults

David Ashton-Jones, Chief Executive of Homes Together, talks about the importance of promoting independence and shares practical tips to empower disabled adults

How to choose the best elderly personal alarms for your loved ones

By Care Choices

December 6, 2024

How to choose the best elderly personal alarms for your loved ones

Discover the best personal alarms for elderly safety. Compare features like fall detection, GPS tracking, and 24/7 monitoring. Click to learn more.

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Landlines are switching to digital, what does this mean for you and your Telecare devices?

By Care Choices

May 2, 2024

Landlines are switching to digital, what does this mean for you and your Telecare devices?

Landlines are going digital. Find out what this means for your telecare devices and how to stay connected and safe during the switch.

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Equipment to keep me independent – what are my options?

By Medequip

March 28, 2024

Equipment to keep me independent – what are my options?

Discover equipment and aids that can help you stay independent at home, from mobility tools to daily living support options.

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Occupational therapy: Transforming lives and enhancing wellbeing

By Care Choices

October 18, 2023

Occupational therapy: Transforming lives and enhancing wellbeing

Occupational therapy - what is it, how can it help you, and how do you go about finding it?

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How to choose the right stairlift

By Senior Stairlifts

October 18, 2021

How to choose the right stairlift

Need a stairlift? Discover how to choose the right one for your home, with tips on features, safety, and getting the best value.

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Tips on how to design a dementia-friendly home

By Alison Hughes

September 16, 2021

Tips on how to design a dementia-friendly home

People with dementia often experience the world differently, here are some simple tips to make your home more dementia friendly.

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Funding wheels for independence

By Care Choices

June 6, 2019

Funding wheels for independence

Finding funding for mobility equipment. If you need financial help to buy mobility equipment, try these sources of funding for mobility scooters, wheelchairs and powerchairs Owning a mobility scooter, wheelchair or powerchair can provide greater independence when living with restricted mobility or a health condition. If you find that walking...
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CQC rating – what’s this?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the official regulator for the care sector. They inspect care homes and care services to make sure they are safe, caring, effective, responsive and well-led.

There are four ratings awarded:

  • Outstanding
  • Good
  • Requires improvement
  • Inadequate

SCI rating – what’s this?

The Scottish Care Inspectorate (SCI) is the official regulator for care services in Scotland.

They inspect care services to ensure they are supporting peoples wellbeing; appropriately setup; properly planning out care; are well led; and effectively staffed, each criteria is given a grade out of 6.

  1. Unsatisfactory
  2. Weak
  3. Adequate
  4. Good
  5. Very good
  6. Excellent

CIW rating – what’s this?

Care Services in Wales are inspected and regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales to ensure everyone gets safe, high-quality care that meets their needs. Care Services in Wales are not allowed to operate unless they’re registered with the Care Inspectorate.

Care services are evaluated in the following areas: Wellbeing, Care & Support, Environment, Leadership & Management.

You can read the CIW reports for each care service by clicking into their listing.

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