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Healthy ageing

Everyone has a different ageing journey. What that journey looks like is shaped by our lifestyle choices. Healthy ageing means making choices every day that help you maintain, and even regain, your independence.

It’s time to own ageing

There’s no such thing as a typical older person because everyone is unique! While society seems to think in stereotypes, we know age shouldn’t define how we choose to live life.

Healthy ageing is a term used by the World Health Organisation. They aim to help everyone focus on thriving at any age. Part of this philosophy is understanding that 'health' includes physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, and that we can always learn and change.

You can make the choice to turn up your independence today!

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Studies have shown that older people fear loss of independence more than death. But you can maintain your independence! Focus on your health and use assistive products to stay independent for longer. Start today by taking the LiveUp quiz!

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Yale University found that people who believe ageing is positive, live 7.5 years longer than people who think ageing is negative. By changing your perspective and reframing how you think, you can add life to your years, not just years to your life.  

 

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Roughly 50% of the challenges older people report experiencing with daily living activities can be overcome or reduced. Try using assistive products or make simple modifications to your environment. You can take the power back and live life your way.

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Making Choices Finding Solutions

The guide below will help you find and choose simple assistive products to help you every day.

Assistive products, as well as basic changes to your home, can help you control how you live your life.

You'll find lots of suggested products from well-known retailers and reliable online stores. As you turn each page the links will light up!

You'll also find useful tips and advice from occupational therapists. Flip through the guide below for more.

The guide below will help you find and choose simple assistive products to help you every day.

Assistive products, as well as basic changes to your home, can help you control how you live your life.

You'll find lots of suggested products from well-known retailers and reliable online stores. As you turn each page the links will light up!

You'll also find useful tips and advice from occupational therapists. Flip through the guide below for more.

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Assistive products

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  • Etac Uni Turner, Universal Grip

    This dial turner makes your day-to-day tasks easier, ensuring you get a good grip on...

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  • Pill Organiser

    This pill organiser will help make sure you never miss a day’s medication. It has...

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  • PVC Bath Mat

    This slip resistant bath mat has suction cups to keep it firmly in place and drain holes...

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Find out how to age your way

Take our easy OpenUp quiz to get personalised advice and see suggested products, services and support in your local area or online.

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