Author: Stannah
Seasoned traveller secrets: the best tips for senior air travel
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“Come fly with me Let’s fly, let’s fly away…” If you just started humming the “Come Fly With Me” song by Frank Sinatra and felt a sudden urge to travel, we completely understand. Travelling can be very exciting, but senior air travel can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming, especially after a certain age. Unique challenges […]
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Ageing on your terms: how to promote independence in seniors
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From a young age, we dream about being independent: having our own car, our own house, and making our own rules. So, why should that change in our senior years? Nobody wants to imagine a future where they rely entirely on others. But ageing is a reality, and planning ahead for continued independence can make […]
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How to prepare for retirement in 7 steps
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Retirement is the perfect opportunity to enjoy life at a different pace. However, preparing for retirement can bring up a mix of emotions, from happiness to anxiety. But there is a secret to enjoying your retirement to the fullest. Do you know what it is? It’s very simple and comes down to a single word: […]
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Improving Mobility: 12 Easy Tips to Help Seniors Remain Active
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As we age, it’s common to find that activities such as shopping, cleaning and even walking become more difficult due to decreased mobility. This can be a frustrating time, sometimes eliciting a feeling of hopelessness. This feeling is amplified in homes with multiple floors, as stairs become a challenging task. Stannah Stairlifts act as mobility […]
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“Game of Thrones”; The epic fantasy series that truly conquered the world!
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“When you play a game of thrones you win, or you die.” George R.R. Martin, A Song of Ice and Fire The Iron Stairlift Throne is probably something you’ve never seen before! It’s straight out of our Game of Thrones stairlift collection and is trimmed in several-hundred-year-old, still-sharp swords to complete the look. Well……No, even […]
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A celebration of Love
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What is Love? When we take a look at the dictionary definition it seems dull, like something almost tangible. The description that we thought described it best was: “Love is unconditional selflessness” It’s by far the most used emotion in the creative arts, it’s something intrinsic of all living beings. And you don’t necessarily have […]
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Aging in Place: Breaking Down the Barriers
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In a recent blog, we discussed some common solutions for aging in place and the importance of planning ahead. While many consider moving house or relocating to the first floor to get around the stairs, a stairlift is often the most practical choice. But, what happens when the person who needs help, doesn’t want to […]
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Ageing in Place: What to Do if Stairs Have Become a Problem
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In case you’re unfamiliar with the term, aging in place can be defined as, “The ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.” After spending years building memories in their family homes, many Americans are rejecting the idea that they must give up […]
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