The purposes of Dementia Cafés in West London The initial idea of starting the Dementia Cafés project is to support anyone affected by Dementia, no matter if it's directly or indirectly. We start our first ever Memory Café in Hammersmith & Fulham in April 2023 and found the potential of helping other Dementia communities [...]
Summer is one of the seasons in London with lots of sunshine and blooming flowers. However, heat and dehydration can be a potential threat to the elderly’s health. With precaution, we can choose suitable and safe summer activities for the elderly. How to help the elderly enjoy the summer Stay hydrated: Remind seniors [...]
Are you or a loved one in need of care but feeling hesitant to look for "care homes near me"? You're not alone. Many people feel uncomfortable with the idea of leaving their homes and moving into a care facility. But what if we told you that you don't have to? In-home care is [...]
Choosing a home care provider for your loved one can be a challenging decision. You want to ensure that your family member receives the best possible care in the comfort of their own home. With so many options available, it's important to be informed and make the right choice. In this blog post, we will [...]
Choosing Pet For The Elderly Although it is common for seniors to feel lonely, it is possible to cheer them up with a pet companion. While human connection is important, having pets as friends and companions can bring great comfort to the aged. Learn more about how to help the elderly feel less [...]
It's critical to keep active, involved, and entertained as we get older. Fortunately, there are numerous apps available to assist elders in achieving these objectives. These apps for seniors can help keep healthy, well, and engaged in areas ranging from fitness and nutrition to mental health and entertainment. Here are some of our top suggestions.: [...]
The First Memory Café in Hammersmith and Fulham Starting in April 2023, the first monthly Memory Café will be open for residents in Hammersmith & Fulham. What is Memory Café? Memory Café held by Visiting Angels West London and Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham is a recurrent event happening every second Tuesday of [...]
Live-in care or care home is a debatable topic. Live-in care can be more expensive than care homes run by local councils; however, people need to trade off their freedom and control over the care plan when registering in a care home. Live-in Care home Stay at home Stay at residential facilities Stay [...]
During the month of Dementia and Alzheimer’s in September, we participated in several events about Dementia care at home. Dementia and Alzheimer’s are not part of normal ageing. These diseases affect brain function and directly lead to memory loss, communication difficulty, or struggles in daily life. They require a long-term care plan and can be [...]
Why Social Activities For The Elderly Are Important According to Age UK, researchers have warned about the risk of losing thinking skills as we get older. Researchers also show that the key to maintaining thinking skills is participating in social activities for the elderly to keep close relationships with family and friends. Even though [...]
