Events 0 21st January, 2020 Find peace of mind at our free wellness event at Vista It’s January and we’re offering residents and the public, a fantastic opportunity to learn about nutrition, reflexology and fitness at Vista in Poole. The wellness day takes place on Thursday, January 23 from 10am-2pm. This free event is open to all and is a mixture of presentations, exercises, tours and all a healthy lunch. Award-winning… VIEW ARTICLE >
Industry News 0 21st January, 2020 Dame Barbara Windsor’s Alzheimer’s symptoms have ‘deepened’, husband says The former EastEnders and Carry On star was diagnosed in 2014. Dame Barbara Windsor’s husband has said her Alzheimer’s symptoms have “deepened” in the last year. Scott Mitchell, 56, said the ex-EastEnders and Carry On star, 82, often asks where he lives and does not know who he is. He told the Sunday Mirror that… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 17th January, 2020 Pam Ayres: ‘Writing is a great way of offloading troublesome feelings’ With a new poetry collection out, Pam Ayres talks to Gabrielle Fagan about ageing, family life and the joy of gardening. Affectionately known as ‘the people’s poet’, Pam Ayres is famous for her comic verse delivered in her distinctive rural accent. Her acute observations, expressed in rhyme, highlight life’s mundane irritations and common experiences –… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 17th January, 2020 Five sneaky ways to improve your partner’s health without them even realising Worried about your other half’s wellbeing? Try boosting their diet and exercise with these tips Do you constantly worry about how your partner’s lifestyle choices may be affecting their health? Your fears may be more common than you think. A new study has reveals it’s a fear one in three of us have, with two… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 14th January, 2020 Six ways to treat menopause symptoms – without taking HRT If you don’t want to or can’t take HRT for some reason, there are other ways to help ease unwanted menopause side-effects. Lots of women experience symptoms due to menopause, many of which can be very unpleasant. Caused by fluctuating and lower levels of oestrogen as the ovaries stop producing eggs, these can include hot… VIEW ARTICLE >
Uncategorized 0 13th January, 2020 Seven ways to keep your hands looking youthful, according to experts Ask any skincare enthusiast, and they’ll likely rattle off a multi-step daily routine used to keep their complexion looking radiant (plus a few extra products thrown in on a weekly basis). Many of us spend a lot of time – and money – on pampering our faces each day, but when it comes to hands,… VIEW ARTICLE >
Lifestyle 0 9th January, 2020 Here’s why drinking enough water might be even more important for older people Good hydration is crucial for health and happiness in later years. We all know – hopefully – that drinking water is important. The human body is more than 50% made up of the stuff, and from splitting headaches to dreadful hangovers, dehydration is a quick route to a miserable day. But a new study suggests… VIEW ARTICLE >
Retirement Advice 0 8th January, 2020 Tips on how to improve your eye health in the winter Don’t take your eyes for granted. Protect your vision with this simple advice. Good eyesight is a key part of being healthy, and helps you perform well, whether that’s at work, school or behind the wheel. Unfortunately, many of us tend to put our eye health last on the list of priorities, as our eyes… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 7th January, 2020 Five ways to avoid getting struck by norovirus this winter Nothing can completely keep the bug at bay but every little helps. A nutrition expert tells us how to build your defences from the inside out. If there’s one thing you really don’t want at the beginning of the year, it’s a bout of norovirus. Commonly known as the ‘winter vomiting bug’, this dreaded virus… VIEW ARTICLE >
Uncategorized 0 6th January, 2020 Nigella turns 60: 9 things she has taught us It’s the doyenne of British home cooking’s birthday. Nigella Lawson is just spectacular. The food writer and telly presenter began her career as a freelance journalist and restaurant critic. She wrote for Vogue and The Spectator, was married to celebrated fellow journalist John Diamond, and published groundbreaking bestseller, How To Eat: The Pleasures And Principles… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 6th January, 2020 Meet Tony Jones – Platinum Skies, Interior Architectural Designer Exceptional design standards and attention to detail are just some of the many hallmarks across all Platinum Skies locations. We have raised the bar on the quality and expectations of retirement living in the UK. Location is everything and it’s why we ensure that our picture-perfect surroundings are utilised as part of the full design.… VIEW ARTICLE >
Bournemouth 0 3rd January, 2020 Things to consider when downsizing in retirement Downsizing is certainly a goal for many older adults who are looking to de-clutter to enjoy a more active and maintenance-free lifestyle. Of course, you’ll find both advantages and disadvantages of downsizing home. When it comes to the size of your home, sometimes less is more. We advise carefully considering all points relevant to you… VIEW ARTICLE >