An older man sitting joyfully at a table in a communal space with other elderly patients.
What is Extra Care Housing?
Extra care Housing is spreading around Kent's towns but what exactly is it?
26 July 2019
World Parkinson's Day poster. The text says "Parkinson's is fearing the future. But today it won't hold me back".
What is Parkinson's and why should I know?
Parkinson's is the second most common neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer’s yet many still don’t understand what Parkinson’s is or how it affects people.
11 April 2019
A close up of a hazel brown eye
Six simple sight saving tips to keep your eyes healthy
Here are six tips to keeping your eyes healthy for longer that you might not know about.
18 March 2019
world pancreatic cancer day
5 things you may not know about Pancreatic cancer
Today more than 1,250 people worldwide will be diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer.
15 November 2018
3 alternatives when you can't get GP appointment
It’s never great when you can’t get a GP appointment in a moment of need
14 November 2018
Carer
Looking after someone? You're entitled to support
Most of us will provide care at some point in our lives to ill or disabled loved ones.
12 November 2018
Two older women talking outside of a hospital
Older People's Forums to get involved in
Every District in Kent has an established Older Peoples’ Forum and together they have reached thousands of older people in the past year offering information, practical support, advice and friendship.
30 October 2018
Elderly woman smiling face on to the camera
What should you expect from home care services?
The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?
29 August 2017
Woman helping an elderly man use a IPad
The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services
A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.
31 July 2017
Dentist looking at a dental x-ray
10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment
Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.
29 November 2016
GP sitting opposite a patient about to take their tempreature
10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment
We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.
25 November 2015