Why do older people feel excluded or even cancelled nowadays? Many older people say they now feel excluded and marginalised in countless aspects of daily life. This leads to an increased sense of isolation and loneliness according to new research. …
Loneliness and Older People – The Silver Line
Loneliness The film below, called “The Anniversary” captures the distress of loneliness. The Silver Line charity released the film to highlight the nation’s loneliness epidemic amongst older people. Film director, Phil Beastall, whose short film, ‘Love is a Gift’, went…
Over 65s Are Not As Lonely As You’d Think!
We often hear of the connection between loneliness and the elderly. However, a recent BBC report revealed that young people actually feel the loneliest. So, age doesn’t necessarily equate to isolation. And it’s perfectly natural to enjoy your own company…
Ageism – Are Women Invisible After 50?
Below, Naomi Woodspring writes about ageism, age and beauty, baby boomers and wonders if just women are invisible after 50! Ageism! At 59, I had my first obvious experience of ageism….. it was shocking, hurtful and humiliating. And it also…
Stop Falling Over
Are you tripping up all the time? Wondering how to stop falling over? Are you a carer for someone who’s forever falling over? Don’t let a fall get you down! Here are a few tips on how to find your feet…
