Tag Archives: Older People

Resilient not reliance – helping older drinkers in Leeds

Posted on June 19, 2017 by

Alcohol–now there is a tricky word to open with, and for some people, it could be one of the most difficult conversations they will ever have. Contrary to popular belief, the UK’s real booze problem does not involve inebriated youths … Continue reading →

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Taking the ball and running with it- Leeds Dementia Awareness week 2017

Posted on May 18, 2017 by

Dementia Awareness week is in full swing and local organisations are putting on more than ever to make people aware of the condition and the support available for people and carers who live with dementia in Leeds. Tim Sanders, Commissioning … Continue reading →

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Let’s unite for Dementia Awareness week in Leeds

Posted on May 15, 2017 by

This Dementia Awareness Week, 14-20 May, the theme is to unite against dementia. There are estimated 8,500 people living with dementia in Leeds: but many families are facing it alone. By uniting, we can raise awareness, offer help and understanding … Continue reading →

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When I find myself in times of trouble – how Dying Matters can help

Posted on May 10, 2017 by

When you first find out that someone is bereaved it’s hard to know what to say, do you ask them how they are? Do you say anything at all or just ignore it?  Dying Matters week is also about finding … Continue reading →

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A whole new approach to extra care in Leeds

Posted on March 23, 2017 by

Leeds is now home to  a state of the art new housing complex offering older people the option of extra care in a home they can call their own. With a restaurant and hair salon on site amongst other facilities, … Continue reading →

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Shared tables not separate tables

Posted on February 27, 2017 by

There might be a number of reasons that people eat alone. It could be that they can’t physically get out of their homes, or that they don’t have anyone to go out for a meal with.  More than a Mealtime’s … Continue reading →

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How a Digital Angel can stop social isolation

Posted on February 7, 2017 by

At age 80, Vera was feeling that there was not enough for her to do anymore. She spent most of her time sitting alone and watching television, and told her daughter that she was fed up with this way of … Continue reading →

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