Health and Wellbeing
Taking care of your mental and physical health is important. Our guides cover keeping active, staying well and getting support. They also include NHS treatment, bereavement and mental capacity, a legal term for the ability to take and remember decisions.
Accessing NHS services: Who to contact and how
NHS health services have changed in recent years. This guide provides information on how to access the different NHS services and which service to approach for your issue. It also discusses common health concerns for older people and the help available.
Bereavement
The death of someone close to you can be one of the hardest things you ever have to deal with. Our bereavement guide looks at some of the things that could help you, now and in the future.
Bladder and Bowel Problems
People of all ages can have issues controlling their bladder or bowel. This guide looks at common problems, and some of the things you can do to cure, treat, or manage them.
Eat Well
Ideas and practical suggestions to help you get the nutrition you need in later life. Produced in collaboration with Food Train.
Health and Wellbeing in Later Life
It is never too late to start making changes that can improve how we age. Most of us could benefit from being healthier, but making healthier choices is not always easy. This guide discusses how we can create healthier habits using our existing routines.
Hospital Discharge in Scotland
Information about NHS hospital discharge assessment and planning.
Hydration Matters
The easiest thing you can do to feel better today is to keep your body hydrated. Water is one of the best things you can drink for good hydration, helping to boost your mental and physical health and well-being.
Keeping Active in Later Life
Doing more physical activity is a great way to change your life for the better. This guide is for you if you are thinking about being more physically active, whatever your level of fitness.
Keeping your feet in later life
Although falls may become more of a concern in later life, there are things you can do to be more confident, steady and safe on your feet.
Mental Capacity in Scotland
Information about what mental capacity means in Scotland, how the law works in practice and where to get advice.
Mental Health: Keeping well and who can help
Information and advice about keeping on top of your emotional and mental wellbeing.
Mental Health: Supporting someone with their mental health
Caring for someone who has a mental health condition can be challenging. This guide provides information about the support available, for you and them.