Ageing Well in Richmond, Twickenham, Kew & Teddington: The Benefits of Staying Active

Older woman sitting on a walker, talking and smiling with a younger woman outdoors near green bushes. - Home Instead

The NHS recommends regular movement to improve strength, balance and flexibility for older adults. Many families and older adults are concerned about falls and fall risk in the home, as falls are the biggest reason for hospital admissions for senior citizens. Prevention and support are critical in this. At Home Instead Richmond, we understand that older adults remaining active, continuing with strength training can not only support the body to reduce fall risk, speed up recovery time, reduce the risk of cognitive decline and support better mental health. 

Richmond and its surrounding areas are Twickenham, Kew, Teddington and Ham are home to a vibrant older adult community. Staying active is one of the most effective ways to support independence, reduce health risks and maintain emotional wellbeing in later life. Remember, that exercise does not just have to happen out of the home, or in a class. Just making the bed every day and doing a little light dusting counts. 

An elderly man and a woman in a green jacket smiling and walking together outside. - Home Instead

Age UK Richmond host a range of local, active and sociable activities suitable for older adults. There us anything from an allotment club, Walking Football to men only exercise groups. These activities will not only be beneficial for strength and exercise but for social connections as well. Age UK reports that loneliness can significantly impact health, increasing the risk of depression and cognitive decline. Group activities, gentle exercise sessions and community meet‑ups help older adults stay connected and engaged. 

At Home Instead Richmond, our Care Professionals support older adults with a whole range of needs. We support older adults with companionship, this might be getting out of the house, going to the shops and enabling hobbies and interests to continue to thrive and grow.  Our home care also expands to complex and more specialist care, where supporting our clients staying active and independent remains a central point in our care.  

An elderly woman and a younger woman laugh together while doing a puzzle book in a bright room. - Home Instead

Richmond is a wonderful place to age and with the right support, older adults can continue to thrive. 

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