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At Old Alresford Cottage, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to all our residents, and much of that success is due to the dedication and passion of our team. This year, we were thrilled to celebrate a momentous occasion – a surprise event for our deputy manager, Sam Binfield-Woods, who marked 30 incredible years of service with us.

It is no secret that our health needs change as we age. It is inescapable. This is why regular health screenings are an important part of senior healthcare.

In the UK, approximately 14% of adults aged 60 and over live with a mental disorder. This goes to show that providing mental health support and care for your elderly loved ones is just as important as taking care of their physical health.

No matter what age you are, the nutrition you consume plays a pivotal role in your health. This has been proven to especially be the case for those with dementia, as the food eaten by a loved one with the disease can impact the speed it progresses.

As you age, keeping active is imperative for your well-being, both physically and mentally. Gardening and horticulture therapy is a great way to keep your loved one's mind active and encourage gentle physical movement.

While dementia symptoms differ from person to person, a common challenge faced by those living with dementia is memory loss and confusion. Dementia care is complex and will be different for each individual. However, research has shown that music therapy can have positive impacts on many of those living with the disease.