Old age

How can you stay healthy as you get older? By getting regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and maintaining a social network. And getting medical checkups, avoiding stress and adapting to your changed needs are just as important. We can help you focus on self-care and maintaining a positive attitude.

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Alzheimer’s: symptoms, progression and treatment
What happens when someone has Alzheimer’s? What predisposes someone to Alzheimer’s? Find out about Alzheimer’s, its stages and its treatment.
23.01.2025 8 minutes )}

Caring for family members: how to find support
Do you care for family members? This can affect your own life circumstances. Here’s how to find support.
07.11.2024 4 minutes )}

Living will explained
Illness? Accident? A living will sets out your wishes in the event that you lose mental capacity. We provide tips.
20.04.2023 5 minutes )}

Power of attorney: prepared for an emergency
This article tells you why it is important to draw up a power of attorney by hand. We explain what to consider when you do this.
20.04.2023 5 minutes )}

What causes depression in the elderly?
Depression in the elderly is often difficult to recognise at first. It is therefore all the more important to pay attention to potential symptoms.
28.10.2021 3 minutes )}

Life in a nursing home: a new experience
It is not always easy to adjust to the unfamiliar environment of a nursing home. It will take time and the right attitude.
13.02.2017 3 minutes )}

Elder care at home for as long as possible
Older people want to stay in their own home for as long as possible. The rules of the game change when they need care.
13.02.2017 3 minutes )}

Sometimes a nursing home is inevitable
When an elderly person's health prevents them from living independently in their own home, it is time to consider moving to a nursing home.
13.02.2017 4 minutes )}

How to minimise the risk of falls
As we become older, we are more likely to fall, which can have a devastating impact. Preventive measures can significantly reduce the risk.
13.02.2017 2 minutes )}