Mobility News
Interactive guide for the best strength exercises
8th June 2016
Maintaining optimum overall body strength is an important factor throughout an individual’s life, however it is even more important in later life.
Carers Week recognises the vital job of caregivers in the UK
8th June 2016
This month, the national Carers Week campaign seeks to raise awareness for the important work that caregivers up and down the country do to help older people and those who need support.
Company set to help elderly holidaymakers with adapted accommodation
10th May 2016
A startup company hopes to make travel accommodation more accommodating for those with reduced mobility and the elderly.
Access for everyone on organised walks in Lincolnshire
9th May 2016
From May 21st until June 5th a series of short, long and gentle walks will inspire young and old to take a stroll through the attractive Lincolnshire Wolds. This year, event organisers are keen to encourage those less confident walking with special walks devised for those with dementia or reduced mobility.
Caring for the elderly far from home
29th April 2016
When you can’t always be there in person, find out what you can do to help them receive the attention they need in our guide to caring for the elderly far from home.
Pilot scheme provides unpaid carers with skills to care for the elderly
13th April 2016
A new scheme, which will see unpaid care providers given special training to better care for the elderly, is being trialled in Norwich and South Norfolk.
Disabled Access Day encourages those with mobility disabilities
11th April 2016
The recent Disabled Access Day, taking place in March, welcomed those with mobility disabilities to 1,067 UK venues who took part in the initiative this year
Establishing an effective care plan
29th March 2016
First impressions are everything. Whether you’re a professional or family member, when it comes to caring for the elderly, introducing a plan that is well thought through can help to ease any concerns they may have about letting go of some independence.