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Companionship Care: Why Emotional Support Is Just as Important as Physical Care

Companionship care supports emotional wellbeing, routine, and confidence at home. Learn what it includes, who it helps, and why loneliness can affect physical health too.

By Sunshine Calero · 27 May 2026

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  • Wellbeing
    WellbeingBy Sunshine Calero · 24 May 2026

    Nutrition for the Elderly: Why Healthy Eating Matters in Later Life

    Good nutrition supports strength, energy, immune function and independence in later life. This guide explains why eating and drinking can get harder with age, common warning signs, and practical ways families can help at home.

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    Planning careBy Bruno Ceccolini · 20 May 2026

    Future-Proofing Homes for Ageing in Place

    The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has just published its official population projections for the UK, revealing that the number of people aged 65 or older is projected to increase by 34% from 13.4m in 2025 to 18.0m in 2050.

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    Planning careBy Sunshine Calero · 19 May 2026

    Home Safety Tips for the Elderly

    Practical ways to reduce falls, bathroom risks, medication mistakes, and kitchen hazards at home — without taking away independence.

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