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Falls
Falling continues to be a critical public health issue for older adults, with approximately one-third of persons aged 65 years and older falling each year. This blog looks at the essential role nursing can play in falls prevention.
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Ageing in Place: Nursing Older People at Home
This blog discusses the importance of providing nursing care to older individuals in their homes, particularly for geriatrics, community health, and home care professionals. It highlights the benefits of quality care delivery and promotes well-being and independence.
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Delirium webinar
On 8th October 2024 the RCN Older People's Forum hosted a webinar discussing delirium.
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Hope for future treatments for Alzheimer's disease
Reuben is a PhD Student studying at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia.
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Teepa Snow
Sandra Blade and Jo Roche attended the Teepa Snow sessions recently. Teepa Snow is an American dementia care specialist and an occupation therapist. Read their blog to learn more.
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A milestone for the Older People's Forum
A reflection on the Older People's Forums first webinar.
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The use of VR headsets to help with Parkinson's symptoms
Keith Wilson recently presented this research information at an older persons event to celebrate International Older Person's Day in October in Teesside. He has also presented at the Parkinson's UK Conference.
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Focusing on frailty is key to reducing falls
Falls and frailty are linked in a cycle of harm. In this blog, I share why to prevent falls in older people living with frailty, we need to shift our focus away from a sole focus on risk avoidance and towards preventing and reversing frailty.
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Sustainable development goals and older people
This blog discusses the importance of including older people in the global framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It highlights how the SDGs relate to geriatric nursing, focusing on health, equality, and social inclusion, which are essential for addressing the unique challenges faced.
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Pride in an LGBT+ Affirming Retirement Community
This Blog looks at Tonic, at Bankhouse, and is the UK’s first LGBT+ affirming retirement community, offering a safe, inclusive space for older LGBT+ people to live with dignity and pride. Beyond housing, it fosters belonging, combats isolation, and champions systemic change in housing and care.
