Living at home doesn't have to be a challenge

The very heart of Home Calls lies in the deisre to enable those who are more fragile than they perhaps once were, to remain in the safety and comfort of their own homes.

Whether post-operatively, or through the natural ageing process, it is important that we consider the new challenges we are faced with, and take the necessary steps to ensure that we can overcome these challenges.

This might be something as practical as a ramp, or stair lift - something physical to help us move around our homes Or it might be something less tangible, but of equal importance - like the Home Calls telephone check.

In doing the right things like adapting our homes to aid movement, and providing regular support there is every reason to believe that we can help the older members of our community to remain in their homes.

Sometimes, we just need to think outside the box a little. Have a look at this Age Concern article for more information. www.bit.ly/aroundthehome