Maintaining physical and mental wellbeing is vital to ageing healthily and remaining independent for as long as possible. Across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, there are a great range of exercise classes and clubs specially designed for older people. From yoga to walking netball to chair based exercises, there is something for everyone to enjoy no matter their interests or physical ability. The county also provides befriending services to combat isolation and classes to regain confidence after a stoke.
Wish you had four hands, double the amount of time and the ability to be in two places at once – just to be able to help your elderly parents with the simple jobs? Wish no more, as with Good Life Sorted you can get a Helper to help with everything from companionship, meal preparation and medication reminders to light cleaning and laundry, shopping, transport and more!
As we get older, it is normal to need more assistance with certain daily tasks around meal preparation: shopping, cooking and washing up. There are meal delivery services available across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, ensuring regular healthy meals are on the table with none of the hassle.
Across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, there is a network of charities and dementia-friendly institutions to support those affected by the condition.
Read about the Coronavirus support available for older people living in Hampshire.
