Hot weather can affect older people quickly, especially those living alone or with health conditions. This blog shares simple ways to stay cool, spot signs of heat exhaustion, and check in on loved ones during a heatwave.

This week is Loneliness Awareness Week. At one of our Elderberries Cafés, a guest was asked a simple question: “How are you today?” Their answer was honest. “Life is full of ups and downs,” they said, “but there seem to be more downs than ups.” They explained that the café is the only place they get out to all week. They had not spoken to anyone else during that time. For many people, loneliness is not loud. It is not always obvious. It is long days at home, the television on for company, no...

This Carers Week, Evergreen Care UK recognises the quiet unpaid carers across Bexley and Dartford — the people supporting loved ones while often carrying worries of their own. This article explores guilt, respite, carer support, connection and why asking for help is not failure.