Mobility News
Many older people are overestimating their mobility
20th August 2015
A study has revealed that many patients are overestimating their ability, which could lead to being released from hospital too soon.
Five inspirational films with disabled characters
19th August 2015
Here are our top picks for inspirational films which feature both real and fictional disabled characters.
Statistics reveal that almost one in five have a form of disability
18th August 2015
A report by the Office for National Statistics has revealed that people living in deprived areas are more likely to be disabled | Handicare News
Older people encouraged to adopt pets in order to combat loneliness
17th August 2015
Lord Prior has suggested that lonely older people adopt and interact with pets in order to prevent loneliness.
Growth in number of pensioners using social media
14th August 2015
SeveOne in seven older people are now using social media to connect with family and friends according to the Office for National Statistics.
Inspirational older people in the limelight
13th August 2015
Here, we take a look at some of the older entertainers who continue to put a smile on our face.
Pensioners failing to claim
12th August 2015
Thousands of pensioners are missing out on large sums of money as they are not claiming available benefits such as pension credit.
London pensioners are using hens to tackle loneliness
11th August 2015
A HenPower scheme has been introduced in London in order to help tackle loneliness and social exclusion for pensioners.
