Health in later life: advice for families
Common health needs in later life and how they are managed in a care home: falls, medication, nutrition, continence and more.
9 articles on health in later life
- UTIs in older people: symptoms, confusion and treatment
How to spot a urinary tract infection in an older relative, why it can cause sudden confusion, when to call the GP, 111 or 999, and how to prevent it. Last reviewed 21 September 2026. - Falls in care homes: prevention and what to ask
How good care homes reduce falls, what NICE says they should do, the questions to ask on a visit, and what should happen if your relative falls. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - Pressure sores in older people: prevention and care at home
How pressure sores start in older people, how to prevent them at home or in a care home, when to call a nurse, and what to do if care has fallen short. Last reviewed 17 September 2026. - How to manage an elderly relative's medication safely
A carer's guide to an older relative's medicines: reviews, daily routines, ordering repeats, giving tablets safely, side effects, records and help available. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - How to prevent falls in elderly relatives at home
Why older people fall and what lowers the risk: health checks, strength and balance exercise, home safety fixes, alarms and help with adaptations. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - Wearable technology in care homes: benefits and rules
Fall detectors, alarms and trackers in care homes: what they do, their limits, and the consent, privacy and CQC rules families should know before agreeing. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - Keeping the mind active in later life: what helps
What the NHS, NICE and dementia charities say about brain training, puzzles, exercise, social contact and cognitive stimulation therapy for older people. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - How Can Older People Stay Healthy? A Practical Guide
The NHS checks, vaccines, activity guidelines and everyday habits that help older people stay well, with practical ways families can support a relative. Last reviewed 18 September 2026. - How Do Care Homes Use Telehealth and Video GP Appointments?
What telehealth means in a care home, from video GP reviews to digital care records and sensors, how residents' privacy is protected, and what to ask a home. Last reviewed 18 September 2026.
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