Social Activities for the Elderly
Engaging in meaningful activities and staying social are vitally important for the well-being of all of us, at any age. It can provide us with goals, new skills and give us a reason to enjoy each and every day to the fullest. At Melrose Care Home, that’s what we’re all about: providing a home where […]
How to Plan Activities for the Elderly
Socialising is a vital part of day-to-day life. Humans are social creatures, after all, and the benefits of spending time together extends far beyond just enjoying one another’s company. Research shows that having social support from our loved ones can actually help us to live longer. Being able to enjoy a social life is especially […]
Breast Cancer in the Elderly
The subject of cancer remains a painful one for all of us. Despite all the advancements and improvements that have been made over the years – and they are vast: many things that were once considered fatal are now survived by many – it is something that people still avoid talking or thinking about because […]
When a Parent Has Dementia
Caring for a parent with dementia is hard. There’s no point beating around the bush: it’s difficult for the person suffering and it can be difficult for their loved ones to know how best to deal with the challenges this condition brings up. It is especially complicated because there are actually 200 subtypes of dementia, […]
Care Home Guilt – Understanding & Supporting
Even when we know that moving an elderly loved one into a care home is the right thing to do, the care home guilt that accompanies it can be overwhelming. No one takes this decision lightly, and far from being a selfish decision, it is usually the people who care the most and have acted […]