Elderly care21 Dec 2025Beating loneliness by bridging the generation gapStudent Joe, 21, says visiting Janice each week "doesn't feel like work".21 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Family thought granny was dead after medication mix-upEllen Whitla, who is 87, was given the wrong medication by home carers on two occasions.19 Dec 20258 Dec 2025Device to help stop falls 'could save NHS billions'The Shuffler allows safe, pain-free lower limb movement from a chair or the side of a bed.8 Dec 20258 Dec 2025Device to help stop falls 'could save NHS billions'The Shuffler could save billions of pounds by preventing falls, say its Kent inventors.8 Dec 20257 Nov 2025Retirement home 'freezing' without central heatingResidents say living conditions have been miserable since work started on their heating in July.7 Nov 20257 Nov 2025Care home scheme fosters friendship and smilesThe "adopt a grandfriend" scheme aims to combat loneliness and boost children's communication skills.7 Nov 20256 Nov 2025Council-run care homes consultation 'should pause'Lancashire County Council is currently consider the future of the 10 care facilities it runs.6 Nov 202530 Oct 2025Inquiry deeply worried about elderly mental healthThe Lampard Inquiry hears of "deep-rooted systemic issues and endemic prejudice" in older adult care.30 Oct 202528 Oct 2025These robots can clean, exercise - and care for you in old age. Would you trust them to?It sounds like something from a sci-fi film - but some scientists believe this clever new tech could help alleviate strains on the UK care system28 Oct 2025...
