Mobility News
Great accessible UK weekend breaks: Newcastle
24th August 2017
Newcastle is an iconic city in the UK and here is a guide about the most accessible attractions, restaurants and activities to do in the city.
Half of UK pensioners looking to down size
23rd August 2017
There are multiple reasons why moving habits are changing over the years. Though many still buy in to the bricks and mortar of a traditional family home, the needs of people are changing.
Self-balancing shoes could reduce falls
21st August 2017
The damage a fall can do later in life is a serious concern, the NHS states that: “Around one in three adults over 65 who live at home will have at least one fall a year, and about half of these will have more frequent falls.”
Sheffield charity helps ease loneliness in the city
18th August 2017
Project intake is a new initiative that has been set up by concerned residents and businesses in Sheffield. Loneliness and depression can be common particularly among older adults, regardless of location.
Old People’s Home for four year olds- a breakthrough TV documentary
17th August 2017
The co habitation of older and younger generations is not a new concept, as the US has long understood the positive impact younger children can have on lonely and isolated adults.
Cycling Without Age in Falkirk
16th August 2017
A young 20 year old medical student in Scotland has taken it upon himself to encourage local adults in care homes to spend more time outside.
Boom in older motorists
7th August 2017
According to some recent research there is a boom in older motorists with the number of over 90s with a licence rising to over 100,000 for the first-time.
Make your house accessible for guests with limited mobility
4th August 2017
Making a house accessible for guests with limited mobility is important and this guide takes people through the variety of ways they can do this.
