You might not feel it, but it’s there.

It doesn’t come with a fever, or swelling, or redness. It’s slow, subtle, and spreads quietly through the body. It changes how your joints feel, how your heart works, how your mind functions. It even plays a role in the development of diseases we once thought ...

Mobility is freedom. It is the ability to get out of bed without help, to walk to the shops, to dance at a wedding, to play with grandchildren. It is what makes independence possible.

But for millions of people entering their 70s, that freedom starts to slip away.

Muscles feel weaker. Stairs seem ...

 We hear it all the time.

"You just have to accept it. That’s ageing for you."
"It’s normal to slow down."
"That’s what happens when you get older."

This kind of thinking is everywhere: in conversations with doctors, with family, in the media. It is baked into how we talk about health after 70, an...

We often talk about ageing as though it’s a smooth, gradual process — a slow fade into our later years. The truth is, for most people, that assumption couldn't be further from reality. While our 60s may still feel relatively vibrant, something profound begins to shift when we enter our 70s.

This is...

“Compassionate care.” “Highly trained staff.” “Putting clients first.”

If you’ve read one care agency’s website, you’ve read them all. These well-meaning but overused phrases have become the background noise of the home care sector. Nearly every provider claims the same values, delivers similar pro...

It often starts with a phone call: “Mum’s had a fall.” Then comes the hospital trip, the broken hip, and the sudden scramble to organise care. For many families, that’s when support finally begins. But by that point, something important has already been lost; confidence, independence, and sometimes ...

As a care professional, your days are filled with moments of compassion, patience, and service. You help with everyday tasks, offer emotional support, and ensure your clients feel safe and cared for. But what if you could offer even more?

What if, beyond daily care, you could actively contribute to...

We all know we should be active. It’s a message that follows us throughout our lives – from school PE lessons to workplace wellness programmes and beyond. But when it comes to exercise in later life, there’s so much more to discover beyond the usual advice about heart health and mobility.

At EVERFI...

As we get older, we often focus on physical health—staying strong, mobile, and independent. But mental health is just as important, and incorporating healthy food into your diet can play a big role in how you feel—both mentally and emotionally.

Let’s explore how a healthy diet supports your brai...

Ageing is inevitable, but losing strength, mobility, and independence doesn’t have to be. Regular physical activity, especially strength training and balance exercises, can help older adults maintain their independence, reduce the risk of falls, and improve overall well-being. Strength training not ...