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DON’T MENTION THE F-WORD Advice to practitioners on communicating falls prevention messages to older people Falling in older age can lead to increased anxiety and depression, reduced activity, mobility ... mobility and social contact, higher use of medication and greater dependence on medical and social services and other forms of care. Despite the fact that there are many different interventions that can reduce
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please contact Heather Ferguson on heather.ferguson@agecymru.org.uk or by calling 029 20431555 Separately, more technical guidelines on using the GIFTS system can be found on the Age Cymru website. If you ... April at 5pm. The system will not accept late applications so please ensure you submit your application on time. Contents Section 1: Background to the funding 2 Section 2: Aims, objectives and outputs
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physically well whilst at home. As a ‘Friend’ you could help the person you’re supporting be aware of what could help them stay fit and well. Exercise If the person you’re supporting can’t leave the house ... it’s still important for their physical and mental health, to keep moving. Whether that’s turning on their favourite song and dancing, undertaking housework with a bit more gusto, or finding a workout
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our volunteering team. These are some of the benefits of being an Independent Volunteer Advocate and what the value-added extras look like, so you get the most from volunteering with us. Training HOPE volunteer ... succeed. You’ll learn about what advocacy is, the skills and tools you need to deliver it, setting boundaries, having positive advocacy conversations, what safeguarding is and what to do if you have concerns
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the older person was before ( not employed/ employed /in need of support), • what they did with the Age at Work programme • what happened as a result. o attitudinal change - feeling more confident, less ... while wanting to contribute as much as he can to his pension pot. The Mid-Career Review webinar on Finance helped to put his mind at rest that he was doing everything he possibly could to secure his
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identify supporters who will take on the informal volunteer role. Communicate - Prepare for eventualities that may arise. Discover individual’s preferences. Find out what food, medicine and where appropriate ... replenishment directly or by online delivery/pharmacy delivery for example. Help the individual construct a one page summary for any health/social care worker needing to visit/have telephone contact, to assist in
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the Post of: Chair of Trustees When answering the questions, please circle the appropriate words. What is Your Gender? Male Female Prefer Not to Say Have you ever identified as transgender? For the ... substantial and long term and has an adverse effect on the person’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. What is your ethnic group? Choose ONE section, then circle the appropriate box to indicate
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Why Self-Advocacy? Joe Powell, Chief Executive All Wales People First www.allwalespeople1st.co.uk What is All wales People First? • National Umbrella Group of self-advocacy groups in Wales. • National ... www.allwalespeople1st.co.uk What is People First? • The Beginning – Oregon • International Political and Rights Movement • Self-advocacy www.allwalespeople1st.co.uk What is Self-Advocacy? •Not Advocacy
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fallen or do you worry about falling? Act with care at all times, assessing whether you are able to take on the activity/pursuit? Watch alcohol intake. Telecare might give you and family/carer peace of mind ... assessment of your needs. Contact Care & Repair on 0300 111 3333 for advice on adapting you home.. Recognise that your body might not be able to do what it could even a few years ago: assess the risks
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humidity can present a risk to our health – especially as we get older. Here are some helpful tips on how to stay safe during hot weather. When you’re out and about. • Try to avoid spending too much time ... of water with you. • Light-coloured, lightweight cotton clothing keeps you cooler. • Keep an eye on the forecast for any hot weather warnings or unseasonably warm weather. • Make sure you apply suncream
