Elder Life – Care at home
Discover the latest news and advice on living safely and happily at home in later life.
Expert interviews
Latest news & advice
Egon Cossou on Being a Family Carer and BBC presenter
Producer and presenter Egon Cossou juggles a busy job at the BBC with caring for his mother. We talked to him about the joys and
Smart Monitoring in Homes: An Interview with Howz
We talked to Louise Rogerson about how technology can help older people to maintain their independence.
Planning Well: An (Un)Expected Journey with Hospice UK’s Sarah Russell
We talked to Dr Sarah Russell about the positioning of death in modern society and the idea of “dying well”.
Ageing Well: Creating an Age Friendly UK with the Beth Johnson Foundation
Lynne Wealleans talks about the need to give people a voice in challenging times and how “ageing well” is a personal definition.
How gardens can support wellbeing for those living with dementia
We look at the growing trend for dementia-friendly gardens in horticultural design and how you can create a flower-filled sanctuary at home.
Raising the Profile of Unpaid Carers – Lisa James on National Carers Week
We talk to Lisa James, Campaign Manager for the charity Independent Age, about raising the profile of unpaid carers and the issues they face.