Healthcare Advice

It seems like old age is something of a taboo subject in modern society. We don’t want to think about getting old, and so we don’t talk about it – we just push it to the back of our minds and try to forget about the fact that nobody stays young forever. But recently-published statistics suggest […]

Over the last few years, there has been increased scrutiny around the beautiful game and its possible links with serious diseases like Alzheimer’s and Dementia. This has largely been caused by several high-profile ex-players being diagnosed with the illness. The recent death of World Cup winner and England great Nobby Stiles has fueled the debate

Elderly care can be very challenging, the line between adequate care, attentive support and independence being very thin and sometimes delicate. When caring for the elderly, we can all do our bit to ensure that independence is being promoted. A recent article in the Guardian suggested that few in the UK feel older people have a good quality

Although companionship may not seem important in terms of physical care, it plays an incredibly important part in mental well being. Having someone to talk to, and knowing that they are looking out for you, can make all the difference and give you a completely different outlook on life. At Sova we don’t just care for

It is estimated that there are currently more than 850,000 people in Britain living with dementia, and that this number will reach 1 million by 2025. Dementia is a problem that’s not going away any time soon. This is why we strive to continue finding the best ways to live with dementia. How to cope with

Alzheimer’s disease is a physical disease that causes a buildup of proteins in the brain, which then forms structures known as ‘tangles’ or ‘plaques’, that can cause nerve cells to die, as they block signals and connections in the brain. This can cause a significant loss of brain tissue, as well as limiting the production

Depression among the elderly has been found to increase risks of dementia, as well as sometimes also constituting an early stage symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, a study from the American Medical Association (AMA) published in May 2012 revealed a positive correlation between symptoms of depression manifested during midlife or late life and higher risks of

It’s common to find people out in public who are asking for help perhaps for directions, or for change. It’s almost a daily occurrence that a stranger will approach you or someone next to you on the street. While it is easy and often the case to ignore these people, especially if you have a

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of Dementia can impact every aspect of a carer’s daily life. As Alzheimer’s develops, caregivers will be faced with tests of stamina, problem solving, and resiliency. Some of the most common situations caregivers face can be truly heart breaking and can sometimes be very difficult to deal

With the cold weather now well and truly upon us, and winter just around the corner, it’s normal to feel concerned about your loved ones, particularly any elderly friends or relatives who may be living on their own through these chilly months. Although winter-related mortality fell in 2013/14, there were still over 18,000 preventable deaths in England and