82-year-old man who wants to learn to swim has his wish fulfilled

Pain is common among older people, but it should not be mistaken as an inherent part of ageing. The reason pain is more prevalent is because of the increasing prevalence of age-related disorders – such as dementia, heart disease, diabetes, arthritis to name a few. But what exactly is pain? Essentially, it is an unpleasant... Read More

Being a family carer can be one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have – they are helping someone who can not otherwise care for themselves. Carers are giving their time and energy to help others. Many researchers have looked into the positive aspects of being a carer – things such as the... Read More

A lonely RAF veteran living in an aged care home in West Yorkshire, UK, has received hundreds of birthday cards after nursing home staff asked members of the public to make his birthday special. Read More