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Alzheimer's Awareness Month -                                                                             

Helpful tips for memory loss that affect everyday life

This entry was posted in September 15, 2023

We can all be forgetful sometimes, like when you go into a room and forget the reason you entered, or when you forget items on your shopping list or misplace your keys. Forgetfulness is something we all contend with no matter our age, but as you get older memory loss becomes a more common occurrence. And whilst age-related memory impairment is considered a normal stage of aging, you shouldn’t dismiss serious memory problems that can make everyday life harder.

For someone with Alzheimer’s, memory loss is a persistent and constant battle with the uncontrollable debilitating illness. But this disease can take as much of toll on the person suffering as it can the family, friends and carers. As its Alzheimer’s month this September, Ableworld have taken the opportunity to come up with helpful tips and tricks if you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s.

Forgetting conversations or events – The first sign of Alzheimer’s disease is usually short-term memory loss; it is caused by changes to the chemistry and structure of the brain. It can be hard to comprehend that someone can’t remember a conversation you had yesterday but can tell you a memory from 30 years ago. Clocks and Watches are great products to help people with memory loss to keep track of the day.

Forgetting aspects of who they are – Depending on the stage of the Alzheimer’s case, as it progresses, they may forget aspects of their identity. This could mean they forget elements of their personality that were once important to them like their: diet, politics, religion etc. Reminding them of who they are and the beliefs they once held keeps them in tact with themselves even when they don't know who themselves are, and doesn't allow the disease to steal their identity completely. 

Difficulty with everyday tasks – Getting dressed in the morning or making a cup of tea could become much more difficult as their illness advances. But maintaining their independence as much as we can is at the forefront of our company policy, so we have a wide range of products specifically designed to support people with eating and drinking and general well-being in the home. Not only does keeping their mobility and independence take pressure off you but it can also make the illness a lot more manageable and less stressful for the person you are caring for. Shop our Kitchen aids, sensors and security or Medication management and so much more on our website.  

For more information about Alzheimer’s, please visit www.alzheimers.org.uk. If you need any further help on products or advice you can visit our website or talk to our friendly in-store staff at your nearest Ableworld store.   

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Travelling Made Easy with Ableworld

This entry was posted in September 15, 2023

When we think of independence, we picture being able to go out on a day trip or holiday whenever we want and for most this is the case. However, travelling for a holiday is made difficult for those who require assistance with their mobility, and the transportation of a mobility aid can become a very tiresome and time consuming ordeal.

Mobility Scooters and powerchairs aren’t usually known for their lightweight components, leaving many mobility users or their carers struggling to get them out when needed. It becomes such a difficult task that people give up, never to attempt it for fear of repeating the whole fiasco once again! 

That’s why Ableworld have worked extremely hard to supply our customers with mobility aids that make travelling both easy and accessible. Our summer sale is in full effect so you can grab a great deal on a wide range of lightweight mobility aids, right now. Be sure to hurry though the offers below expire on October 2nd.

Fancy a Weekend Getaway?

Our powerchairs are currently all £100 off including the Q50 R which sports a lightweight and durable carbon fibre frame, traveling with a powerchair has never been easier. The lightweight frame of the Q50 R means you don’t have to struggle getting it into the car, especially because of its ability to fold into a compact size perfect for any boot.

The Jiffy Elite Auto-Fold is a fantastic foldable scooter that offers the same features, making it another travel buddy option. Currently, you can save a total of £300 on all of our foldable scooters!

The Auto-Fold’s lightweight frame, puncture-proof tyres and shock absorbing front and rear suspension, means you can cross most types of terrain. The Auto-Fold takes just 15 seconds to fold up via a remote-control keychain, meaning both are can be stored in convenient places.

Want to Experience a Hassle-Free Day Trip?

Ableworld also supply lightweight wheelchairs perfect for days out, the Able-lite Wheelchair weighs just 9KG but doesn’t hold back on durability, you can currently save £30 and get this fantastic wheelchair for £279*.

No matter the journey Ableworld has a mobility aid suitable for you. You’re also guaranteed to make a saving with £100 off all boot scooters, £200 off pavement scooters and £250 off road scooters. Our summer sale ends October 2nd, click here to ensure you don’t miss out.

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Keep Fit With Ableworld - Strength Training Part 3

This entry was posted in September 4, 2023

In our previous Health & Fitness blog post we explored the benefits and importance of maintaining our grip strength. In todays blog post we will be exploring the benefits of strength training for our entire body.

 

The importance of strength training in relation to our overall health has become a huge topic of conversation, with the wider consensus being that it is just as important as aerobic exercise. Whilst aerobic exercise is beneficial for our heart and blood vessels, strength training produces a range of benefits that will see us leading long and enjoyable lives.

Strength training benefits as we age:

  • Being able to complete simple tasks such as carrying our groceries from the car to the house.
  • Reducing the risk of serious injury after taking a fall.
  • Offers protection against illness.
  • Promotes healthier and stronger bones decreasing our chances of musculoskeletal injuries.
  • Increase in cognitive function.
  • Improves bodies response to insulin and helps maintain blood sugar levels, reducing risk of diabetes.

Everyone knows that as we get older, we become prone to more age-related diseases, the question becomes not if but when. Recent research suggests although strength training won’t stop you from contracting illnesses when we are older, it will likely play a role in preventing it for longer.

Do you not worry if you have never taken part in strength training before, there is no time like the present. Keep an eye out for our next blog episode in which we explore simple strength exercises you can do in the comfort of your own home.

Join Ableworld on a journey towards building up strength and living a more independent life.

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