by LittleCroft | Jan 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
Diabetes can be an issue for anyone, however, type 2 is more prevalent in middle-aged and elderly people. It is caused when the body is unable to produce enough effective insulin. Insulin is what allows glucose in the bloodstream to enter the cells. If there isn’t...
by LittleCroft | Dec 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
At Little Croft Care Home our Christmas celebrations are in full swing. As always, we’ll be offering a range of exciting festive activities for our residents to take part in. Our care team have been working together to plan activities to provide the best...
by LittleCroft | Nov 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
The winter blues, or the more extreme SAD (seasonal affective disorder) is related to the lack of energy, motivation and lower mood which many of us experience in the colder, darker months. Due to this, it is especially important to take care of your mental health...
by LittleCroft | Oct 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Coronary heart disease, also referred to as ischemic heart disease, is when the coronary arteries (the ones that supply blood to the organ) are narrowed by a build-up of fat, called atheroma, within the walls. This means that the heart is unable to get as much oxygen...
by LittleCroft | Sep 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Arthritis itself is an umbrella term for joint pain. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common forms. It usually starts between the ages of 40 and 60, and gradually gets worse with age. Arthritis is...
by LittleCroft | Sep 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Elderly mental health issues affect around one in four seniors in England. Of these, the most common mental health issue suffered by the elderly is depression, which affects around 22% of men and 28% of women aged 65 or over, which is followed by anxiety. Sometimes...
