Tag Archives: Winter

The winter months can prove a nutritional challenge for some of us; yet the wisdom of “Let food be thy medicine” (which dates dates back almost 3000 years) and is no less important now than it was then. Huddling in front of the fire and television on a wet, windy …

Breakfast is a great way to stock up on nutrients needed for healthy ageing. Without breakfast you are running on empty, like trying to start the car with no petrol!

Hundreds of vulnerable whanau will receive support from a procurement specialist under a new charitable initiative that will provide customised product packs to help them get through the colder months

Last week, Joseph Darby, CEO and Financial Adviser at Milestone Direct Limited, shared tips to saving money during the winter months. In the final article of his two-part series, Joseph provides more helpful penny-pinching advice to help you through the cooler months.   Lower the water cylinder setting The water …

Joseph Darby, CEO and Financial Adviser at Milestone Direct Limited, shares some tips to help you save money this winter in the first of a two-part series.

Winter brings not only colder temperatures, but also an increase in coughs, colds, sore throats and influenza. Here are some tips to keep yourself well during the cooler months. Get the flu vaccination through your general practice team. This is free for anyone 65 or older.  Wash your hands thoroughly …

With winter nearly upon us it is essential to check whether your insulation is up to standard. If you’ve had contractors or someone who has been in your roof/underfloor recently, it is best to make sure the insulation hasn’t been compromised or moved. CEA can do a free insulation scope …

Icy, snowy roads and paths make it easy to slip and fall. Unfortunately, falls are more of a common occurrence during the winter months. A fall can be life-changing for an older person, impacting on their independence and wellbeing, with implications for their family or whānau and significant others. We …

When winter arrives, it can be easy to fall into the habit of staying indoors and lounging about. However, for those with dementia, staying active both mentally and physically is crucial for slowing down the development of dementia and remaining positive and stimulated. Below are our top tips for keep …

Brrr… Winter has arrived and has brought with it cold temperatures, rain and in some places snow. While no one likes being cold, it is pretty important older people to stay warm. Older adults are typically more vulnerable to cold weather as the skin’s protective abilities, bone strength, and the body’s …