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Caring for elderly parents

Written by lucyadmin on March 30, 2023. Posted in Blog. No Comments on Caring for elderly parents

Caring for an ageing parent can be a tough and emotionally draining task. As an adult child, it is natural to want to provide the best possible care for your elderly parent, but it can be challenging to know where to begin. As we age, we tend to view our parents through childhood memories. Even as adults, we often turn to them for advice or assistance. Since ageing is a gradual process, we may not notice its effects on our parents. However, it may become more apparent during family gatherings or when a parent experiences an unexpected fall or accident. When they have been self-reliant...

What the PSTN Switch-Off means for your Personal Fall Alarm and Emergency Pull Cord System

Written by lucyadmin on March 3, 2023. Posted in Blog. No Comments on What the PSTN Switch-Off means for your Personal Fall Alarm and Emergency Pull Cord System

By the end of 2025, the UK’s analogue landline system, which has been used since Victorian times, will be discontinued and replaced with a broadband connection. What does PSTN Switch-Off stand for? Public Switched Telephone Network. This was designed for analogue voice communication. When will this happen? No need to panic, the transition to a new service will be done gradually, and your current service won’t be abruptly discontinued. You will receive advanced notice from your provider, giving you ample time to prepare. Why is the switch-off happening? The...

Freebies and Discounts for over 60’s

Written by lucyadmin on February 28, 2023. Posted in Blog. No Comments on Freebies and Discounts for over 60’s

Are you approaching, or have you already passed your 60 milestone? Then, take advantage of the freebies and discounts that are available for you to enjoy. Freebies for over 60’s Free TV Licence Are you receiving Pension credit, or are you or your partner aged 75+? Save £159 per year with a FREE TV licence, apply here. If you didn’t know about this, you could be eligible for a refund £££ Free NHS prescription If you are over 60, any medication prescribed by your GP is FREE anywhere in the UK. Let your pharmacist knows, and you may need to show proof of...

Ofgem Price cap changes from April 2023

Written by lucyadmin on February 27, 2023. Posted in Blog. No Comments on Ofgem Price cap changes from April 2023

Ofgem has announced the price cap is falling by nearly £1000 effective from the 1st of April 2023. What does this mean? Your energy bills are likely to go up around 20%, which is around £500 per year if you consume the average amount of energy. Although the price cap has fallen, the financial support provided by the government ‘the energy price guarantee’ will also fall. As a result, your rates will increase by around 20% more come April 2023. Which is an additional average £42 per month for the typical household. This will likely last until July when prices are anticipated to decrease. The...

Sudden adult-onset asthma attack

Written by lucyadmin on January 9, 2023. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized. No Comments on Sudden adult-onset asthma attack

Case study Last summer, Linda retired to the outskirts of the market town of Horsham. Much of West Sussex remains rural with its small villages, woodlands and narrow country lanes. Over half of West Sussex County is designated and protected countryside. After her move, Linda noticed she had been having difficulties with her breathing. One afternoon, she popped into her local post office, where she had a sudden adult-onset asthma attack. However, Linda had never suffered from asthma before, so she did not have an inhaler to hand. Luckily the staff in the post office came to her...

Alarms For The Elderly

Written by lucyadmin on January 4, 2023. Posted in Blog. No Comments on Alarms For The Elderly

Case Study Valerie was born and raised in Somerset. She now lives alone after her husband passed away a few years ago. At 82 years old, she is very independent and enjoys getting out in the garden when she can. However, her independence was challenged one morning in the spring of 2022. Valerie was shopping with her friend when she suffered a sudden heart attack. People aged 65 and older are more likely than younger people to suffer heart attacks. An older heart, along with poor lifestyle choices such as: smoking, an unbalanced diet, inactivity, being overweight,...

Recognising the three main signs of a stroke

Written by lucyadmin on November 7, 2022. Posted in Blog. No Comments on Recognising the three main signs of a stroke

People with diabetes or high blood pressure are at greater risk of a stroke. With around one stroke every five minutes, that’s over 100’000 strokes in the UK each year. It’s essential to be aware of the signs and symptoms: Think FAST 1. Face – Is one side of their face drooping? Eye or mouth drooped? Are they unable to smile? 2. Arms – Can they lift both arms and keep them raised? Do they have numbness in one arm? 3. Speech – Are they unable to speak? Is their speech slurred? Can they understand...

Staying warm this winter

Written by lucyadmin on October 26, 2022. Posted in Blog. 2 Comments on Staying warm this winter

The warmth of summer is behind us, winters’ closing in. Darker nights are looming, with temperatures starting to dip, it’s important to keep warm and stay healthy to fight off viruses and infections. You’re at a greater risk of illness during the cold weather if you: Are over 65 years of age Have a disability Suffer a long-term health condition or disease (heart, lung, kidney or liver disease) On a low income or in receipt of benefits Here are some money-saving ideas for you to consider, that can support you through the winter months with the crippling energy...

Rape alarm

Written by lifelineadmin on October 5, 2022. Posted in Products. No Comments on Rape alarm

Our monitored Lifeline Rape Alarm relies on complete discretion where the authorities are alerted to the incident without making the assailant aware. Unbeknown to the attacker the operators in the Monitoring Centre listen closely to the incident via a one way call. This quickly establishes the seriousness of the incident and due to the GPS location on the alarm enables the Monitoring Centre to quickly pinpoint the location of the device using geolocation technology. The operator will then inform the regional police directly rather than going though a 999 system. This ensures the quickest...

Lifeline alarm

Written by lifelineadmin on October 5, 2022. Posted in Products. No Comments on Lifeline alarm

Do you want to feel more confident, safe and secure in your own home? If so, then our Lifeline Personal Alarm is just for you! It will give you the freedom to live independently and provide peace of mind not only to you but also to your loved ones. We provide two options: Lifeline Personal Alarm with a 24 monitoring service Lifeline Personal Alarm with friends and family monitoring With the touch of a button you will have access to either a trained Monitoring Centre 24-hours a day or family and friends monitoring. The trained agents will have immediate access to all your medical...