Useful Links
As a carer, you may find this page extremely useful. It seems that unless you know where to look or what questions to ask, you can often be left wondering just what help you can get or what you might be entitled to.
How to Get Energy Without Caffeine – https://knowyourdna.com/energy-without-caffeine/
Senior Sleep Guide – https://purple.com/blog/senior-sleep-guide
Really useful Mobility website – https://reviewmobility.co.uk/blog/
Helpful Bathroom Accessories for he Elderly & Disabled – https://www.mrrooter.ca/about/blog/2020/september/helpful-bathroom-accessories-and-remodel-ideas-f/
Scam Protection Advice – https://www.birchgold.com/scam-protection-resource-guide/
Great Cerebral Palsy Info – http://birthinjurycenter.org/cerebral-palsy/symptoms
Carers Week 2022 Research
Useful info on Birth Injuries – https://birthinjurycenter.org
Useful Internet Language Guide – https://www.virginmedia.com/broadband/glossary
Internet Safety Guide – https://www.internetadvisor.com/internet-safety-guide
Prevent Alcoholism Information – https://www.addictiongroup.org/alcohol/addiction/prevention
A Senior’s Guide To Physical and Mental Fitness – https://choicemutual.com/seniors-guide-physical-mental-fitness/
Compare Stairlift Prices at https://www.stairliftguru.co.uk/
Tips on caring for an ageing parents at home https://handicare-stairlifts.co.uk/handicare/news-advice/tips-to-care-for-ageing-parents-at-home/
Veteran Substance Abuse – https://www.arrowpassage.com/veteran-substance-abuse/ (Please be aware this is an American website so some of the info may not be applicable)
How to Start Your Own Business in Retirement – https://www.boomerbiz.org/
Grants and Benefits Available for OAP’s and also in general
https://homesage.co.uk/benefits-and-grants-for-oaps/
https://homesage.co.uk/uk-benefits-guide/
Great info about Multiple Sclerosis
https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/default.htm
Updated benefits and grants available to senior citizens
https://growingpower.co.uk/blog/grants-benefits-available-older-people
Some useful info on Colour Blindness
https://www.visioncenter.org/eye-conditions/color-blindness/
Great Eye Condition info
https://www.visioncenter.org/eye-conditions/
Common Online Scams Targeting Senior Citizens
https://consumer-champion.org/resources/common-scams-targeting-seniors/
Symptoms of Heart Disease
https://www.verywellhealth.com/key-symptoms-of-heart-disease-1745915
Improve your cholesterol – A healthy diet, exercise, weight loss, and inexpensive drugs can help
https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2013/02/improve-your-cholesterol/index.htm
Obesity Treatments: Ways to Lose Excess Weight
https://www.disabled-world.com/fitness/diets/bodyfat/treating-obesity.php
Three Ways Using a Fresh Food Delivery Service can Help You Lose Weight
https://thefoodoasis.com/three-ways-using-a-fresh-food-delivery-service-can-help-you-lose-weight/
Tips to Lower Your Blood Pressure
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/international/_downloads/tipsheet_bloodpressure.pdf
The Ultimate Guide to Quit Smoking, Permanently
https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-quitting-smoking-permanently/
Interesting article on Cerebral Palsy
https://www.childbirthinjuries.com/cerebral-palsy/
Great Info on Animal Assisted Therapy
https://lagunashoresrecovery.com/emotional-support-animal/
Elderly Care: A Guide for Families New to Caring
https://supercarers.com/elderly-care-guide/
Stairlift Info – https://www.stairlifthelper.co.uk/prices/
Disabled Living Newsletter available at https://issuu.com/disabledliving/docs/dl_newsletter_aug_18?e=26748259/63580394
https://issuu.com/disabledliving/docs/disabled_living_september_newslette?e=26748259/64301494
Carers UK Forum – https://www.carersuk.org/forum
The Checklist for Aging in Place
https://www.care.com/c/stories/5432/a-checklist-for-aging-in-place/
Home Modifications Increase Senior Safety
https://www.angieslist.com/articles/home-modifications-increase-senior-safety.htm
Peaceful Passing: How to Make a Loved One’s Final Days at Home Comfortable
https://www.redfin.com/blog/peaceful-passing-a-loved-ones-final-days-at-home
Drug awareness for seniors:
(Senior Wellness Guide) www.drugwatch.com/health/seniors/
(Doses and Interaction Resource) www.drugwatch.com/drug-interactions/