older people

6 Sep 2022

Exhibition shows off lives well lived

An art project to celebrate the stories of older people living in the borough has gone on display at an exhibition in Ealing. Eight …

3 Sep 2022

Finding balance and avoiding falls

Falls and fall-related injuries are a common and serious problem for older people. They can lead to injuries, distress and loss of independence. Each …

6 Dec 2021

In your 60s or older? Fancy some free sport?

Gunnersbury Sports Hub is running free, weekly sports sessions for all residents who are in their 60s or older. The Older Adults Open Sports …

30 Mar 2021

Win a year’s membership for The Joy Club

We have teamed-up with The Joy Club to offer 10 readers the chance to win a year’s free membership. And all runners up will …

22 Dec 2020

Keeping older people safe from financial abuse

Financial abuse of older people is a serious and growing problem. Many vulnerable older people are dependent upon others – family, friends or others …

5 Nov 2020

Advice for older and more vulnerable residents

Under the government’s new national restrictions that are in force from today (Thursday, 5 November) to Wednesday, 2 December, everyone must stay at home …

27 Mar 2020

How to stay inside, stay healthy and save lives

While children will find it unusual being at home and not at school; some residents who have to self-isolate may not always have access …

28 Feb 2019

Peace of mind with Careline

Would you like the reassurance that comes from knowing that help for you or a loved one is always just a phone call away, …

17 Jan 2019

Getting back on your feet after a fall

Violet Chapman, 97, is partially sighted and can no longer watch TV because of an eye condition which has also caused her to have …

21 Sep 2018

Sit down and still keep on the move

Dementia patients are marching, dancing and clapping to keep on the move as part of an initiative at a popular local centre. According to …

30 Aug 2018

Handyperson service providing home comforts

The council’s handyperson service carries out simple jobs around the home such as fitting smoke alarms, changing lightbulbs and unblocking sinks. It helps people …

18 Apr 2018

Sport a great way to stay fit for life

There are many local sports sessions aimed at people aged over 50. It is never too late to take up a sport or give …

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