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What is Independence and why is it so important?

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Curved Stairlifts in Macclesfield & Cheshire from £3695

It is the state or quality of being independent; freedom from dependence; exemption from reliance on, or control by, others; self-subsistence or maintenance; direction of one’s own affairs without interference.

For many who are aging or suffering with health, it’s about feeling competent. This affects levels of self-esteem or self-worth which in turn affects our confidence levels. Our confidence in daily life has a bearing on our likelihood of trying out new things, exploring in activities, stepping out of our comfort zone, which often leads to personal growth. Trying out new things or living makes us feel good, we are having fun, enjoying our freedom and life. No wonder people fear losing it!

Read this Blog if:

  1. Want the Latest Facts on Independence & Costs
  2. Increase your independence or your families
  3. Want to Buy a Stairlift in Macclesfield
  4. Rent a Stairlift In Macclesfield or Cheshire
  5. Want to sell a stairlift in Macclesfield or Cheshire
  6. Or to repair a stairlift in Macclesfield or Cheshire

An article in the ‘The Telegraph’ headlined:

More people ‘fear losing independence in old age than death’, survey says

And went on to say that “more people are afraid of losing their independence in old age and being forced to move into a nursing home than they are of dying, a survey has found.”

It’s a powerful statement which makes clear how people still desire to remain independent as opposed to being pressured or even forced to move into a care home – was the findings of one study.

Due to the rising costs of elderly care, two out of three are concerned about the pressure it places on friends and family to provide care in old age. The survey revealed that three in four people were concerned about getting ill in old age as opposed to less than one in three who were concerned about dying. Quoting The Telegraph it said “Nearly 50% of people expressed a fear of moving into a care facility according to the Disabled Living Foundation Charity”.

Even the government has issued forth warnings and increasing concern over the health care system saying that it was facing a “time bomb” due to the growing section of Britain’s ageing population.

Without getting everyone depressed – this article in the The Telegraph was simply acknowledging some sobering facts. The serious question is: What can we do to fight back? How can we beat the time bomb and also help our loved ones retain their independence, remain in their homes if that’s their wish – which essentially impacts their life and happiness?

Ministers have previously said Britain’s ageing population poses as big a threat to the country as climate change, as the government grapples with how to help the 1.7 million more people expected to need social care over the next two decades. Small independent companies like Top Flight Stairlifts are already on the case.

How can the elderly or sick can gain independence?

Ideas and ways to help independence are out there!

Top Flight Stairlifts & Mobility are a company that specialises in supplying stairlifts, installing and servicing even repairing stairlifts in Wilmslow, Macclesfield and Alderley Edge.
Supplying a range of mobility aids for in and out of the home it’s an ideal place to see what they can do to help.

They aim to help people relieve the effects of disabilities, illness or even old age – Top Flight Stairlifts have a mobility range that can help ones to gain that much desired freedom and independence and comfort. This has been through mobility scooters, stairlifts, daily living aids to improve independence in the home.

Gain more freedom in your home by using a stairlift. It can make a huge difference, especially when care is so expensive, or the risk of falling or not being mobile in your home is high. Having installed stairlifts in Alderley Edge & Macclesfield Top Flight can help keep you in your own beautiful home, happy, safe and healthy too.

Stairlifts in Macclesfield help independence

Brand New Stairlifts in Macclesfield can be acquired from £1395 including warranty and stairlift installation (same goes for Alderley Edge and Wilmslow). This price is based on the Brooks Lincoln stairlift, which is very popular in Cheshire and Macclesfield. The Brooks Lincoln stairlift is a straight Stairlift with a slimline track, one of the best on the market due to it’s reliability, quality and subtle slimline fold away design.

Having a Stairlift in Alderley Edge or installing a stairlift in your Macclesfield home can give you peace of mind and avoid the need for extra care and support. It can give you the
confidence needed to get around in your own home as and when you please with no concern, perhaps like you did once before.

Curved Stairlifts in Macclesfield & Cheshire from £3695

If you have a curved staircase in Macclesfield, Alderley Edge or Wilmslow and you require a curved stairlift or a curved chair lift in Macclesfield, then they start from new at around £3595 based on the Freelift stairlift which is again a very stylish and slimline design with a single track and a carriage that blends in with your beautiful Cheshire home.

The Stairlifts sold in Macclesfield and Cheshire by Top Flight Stairlifts Ltd are mainly British made, such as Brooks, Meditek, Platinum – the reason is because they are the most reliable and provide the best quality chair lifts. Stairlifts are installed by the Top Flights own stairlift engineers and the warranty is provided also by the Stairlift company. With new stairlifts, they come with factory parts & warranty for 1 year and sometimes up to 2 years.

This honest, trustworthy family run business is growing due to the reliable service they provide. Also, selling used Stairlifts or recondition Stairlifts in Macclesfield, Wilmslow and
Alderley Edge too from £695 including a Warranty on parts and labour – call 0800 093 6117 or call 01625 886 724 to ask for more details.

Used Stairlifts Macclesfield or Sell a Stairlift in Macclesfield

If you want to keep the cost down and want a reconditioned stairlift in Macclesfield or a

Straight Brooks Stairlift from £1395

chair lift then Top Flight Stairlifts are the people to speak to. They buy back Stairlifts in Cheshire especially in Macclesfield, Wilmslow and Alderley Edge and therefore have a constant flow of quality used stairlifts that have been serviced and maintained by the team of engineers at Top Flight Stairlifts and therefore can provide an excellent second option instead of a new stairlift.

Rent a stairlift in Macclesfield

Often stairlifts maybe required for a short period of time in Macclesfield and Cheshire, perhaps because of an injury or an illness. If this is the case, Top Flight Stairlift in Macclesfield have a Stairlift Rental agreement whereby you can hire a Stairlift in Macclesfield and Cheshire from £50 per month! This is great if you are expecting to only require a stairlift anywhere from 1 month to 6 months approximately, otherwise for an extended period of time it may well be worth purchasing a second hand stairlifts in Macclesfield or a Recondition Stairlift in Wilmslow from £695.

Heavy Duty stairlifts are available too where the stairlifts in Macclesfield can easily take a weight of 25 stone call 01625 886 724 to ask for more details.

That’s all folks from the Stairlift suppliers and fitters in Macclesfield, Wilmslow and Alderley Edge.

Visit www.topflightstairlifts.co.uk

Best Quotes on Old Age and Health

“People want to remain in control over their own lives, to be able to do things for themselves and carry out everyday living tasks independently, like dressing, bathing and cooking,” she said.

“Getting older should not be a barrier to having choice and control over the quality of your life, or be a reason to move out of your own home.”

“Many older people just need help, ideas and advice about the simple equipment that exists to help them with daily tasks and to lead full, active and safe lives.”

A range of Mobility solutions from Top Flight Stairlifts in Macclesfield

How to help Rheumatoid arthritis

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Rheumatoid arthritis has been
a recognised ailment now for 75 years.

 

Once upon a time anyone suffering from arthritis would have been told ‘’to go to bed and stay there’’ causing the areas of pain to cease up. Nowadays, this is not the case.

It is important for arthritis sufferers to move around as much as they can and to enable this to happen TOP FLIGHT STAIRLIFTS LTD have, on offer, a comprehensive range of mobility aids, such as powered scooters, wheelchairs, walking frames and walking sticks to enable this to happen.

 

Some of the options to improve Independence & Mobility

We also provide gadgets to help with the following:-

  • Eating and Drinking (such as kettle tippers, bottle openers and easy grip accessories)
  • Exercise and therapeutic aids for elderly or sufferers
  • Adjustable beds in Chester with mattress elevators and pressure care mattresses
  • Bathroom aids such as long handled items if you find it difficult reaching (also includes toileting and personal care)
  • Gadgets to help with dressing and grooming
  • Everyday items to help move around the home, to include safety in the home and also rise and recline chairs in Chester and the UK.

 

How to help Rheumatoid arthritis pain

Pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis causes depression, prevents everyday tasks and activities from going ahead and can even stop a person’s working and social life. Why don’t you ‘’start a new life’’, aimed at helping you manage the pain you are experiencing. There is a way to help the pain and manage it and maintain your independence, just find out what’s on offer.

There is support and help available to ease pain and gain independence

Stairlift & Mobility companies can help alleviate problems, how?

Top flight Stairlifts Ltd are here to help you choose the right solutions to help the pain you are experiencing and make life just that little bit easier for Rheumatoid arthritis sufferers.

We have experts on hand to answer any queries you may have. Top Flight Stairlifts in Chester, Sandbach and London are a mobility company that specialises in helping with severe conditions are arthritis and other disabling illnesses.

For further information or a copy of our brochure please contact us on the following:-

 

FREE PHONE NUMBER 0800 093 6117

CONTACT our Sandbach Mobility Showroom on 01270 417388

EMAIL us at info@topflightstairlifts.co.uk

Website is www.topflightstairlifts.co.uk

Top Flight Stairlifts and their solutions for coping with disabilities can be located by the above means, so why not find out what support is available. About Top Flight Stairlifts in Cheshire or chair lifts in Cheshire. The Chester stairlift supplier that prides itself on understanding needs and then on explaining what the options are for support – helping the disables and elderly to remain independent in choosing what is right for them.

 

Those looking for Stairlifts in Cheshire or chair lifts in Chester may feel there is limited

Curved Starilifts in Chester from £3950 & Stairlifts Chester £695 Used

choice in suppliers but there are a few suppliers that can cater to your needs.

Top Flight Stairlifts in Cheshire and Stairlifts in Chester are supporting Chester’s growing demand for mobility products. Top Flight Stairlifts has a team of stairlift engineers in Chester who can fix, install an maintain stairlifts in Chester and surrounding areas and they have a 24/7 stairlift call out response team to assist with stairlift breakdowns in Chester, North Wales and Cheshire.

  •  Curved Stairlifts from £3950
  • Straight Stairlift new from £1395
  • Used Stairlifts from £695
  • Buy Back Stairlifts in Chester
  • Heavy Duty Stairlifts
  • Heavy Duty Curved Stairlifts

Call 0800 093 6117 or Chester Stairlifts on 01244 752 018

Manchester Stairlifts – “Eating Broccoli helps with arthritis”

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Manchester Health News – Eating Broccoli helps with arthritis

There is great health advice below for the arthritic sufferers and plenty of helpful guidence to support those with mobility issues or joint problems. This information is supplied from a recommended and reputable mobility & stairlift supplier in Manchester – Top Flight Stairlifts – a main supplier of Stairlifts in Manchester.

“Scientists from the University of East Anglia have launched a ground breaking new project to investigate the benefits of broccoli in the fight against arthritis” – Arthritis Today Magazine.

Help for Arthritic suffers in
Manchester

The greater Manchester area has a growing population of those who suffer not just from arthritis but general wear and tear on their joints and limbs.

With this growing concern of wearing out joints or over working, Top Flight Stairlifts & Mobility are helping individuals to maintain good movement and flexibility in their joints
but also to assist in areas where individuals are more likely over work or stretch themselves in their daily activites – which can cause unnecessary injury or discomfort.

 

What is their Solution in Manchester?

“Manchester Mobility & Stairlift supplier aim to help this segment of Manchester’s population”

Daniel at Top Flight Stairlifts in Manchester says:

“We have elderly members in our family and we are fully aware of the importance of independence and dignity for those who have lost some of their mobility, whether it’s through sickness or old age. We are trying to allow individuals to maintain their personal freedom, in and out of the home.”

“We want people to enjoy a better quality of life, to exercise safely, or to move safely and more often. The fact is – when we exert ourselves too heavily, that’s when we are more likely to stumble or injure or aggravate a problem. The key to keeping good health is remaining balanced. That means building up strength and health gradually.”

Some might argue, if I use a Stairlift / Chair Lift or a mobility scooter, that it means I will exercise less and therefore deteriorate faster. Is that the case? No. But what do you think could happen, if climbing stairs or taking on general activities is a challenge for someone or it is becoming increasingly more difficult them – in due time an accident/fall is waiting to happen – then what? An uncomfortable ache, a pulled muscle, or worse a new hip, or broken ankle possibly.

What Top Flight Mobility in Manchester are trying to encourage is, maintain your personal freedom but in a safer way!

Option 1 – Using a Stairlift according to your ability.

Maybe using a Stairlift or Chair Lift but only when necessary. This could be first thing in

New & Used Stairlifts with Style & Comfort

the morning and last thing at night for instance. This way, we keep up some exercise in the home but, we do not over-do it, so that we increase the chance of an accident, fall or injury.

Option 2 – The use of a walking aid or Mobility Scooter.

In such cases where someone can only walk to the shop 500 yards away and back. They could reason well, that’s my exercise each day and if I get a scooter or a wheelchair I may have to forsake that part of my exercise.

Again, a more balanced view of the situation is – we know that exercise is important to our customers, equally is your own freedom and independence. So what we encouraged again here, is that using a Mobility Scooter that suits your needs and circumstances means, you can still walk and gain that exercise – but, doing so when you are feeling comfortable and strong enough to do so.

What it also means, is that you can increase independence as you can now travel a much

Staying in touch with friends

greater distance and become involved in other activities that were formerly beyond our capability – e.g. going for a long walk with the family. You can use the scooter but get off
intermittently to get that ice cream or go to the toilets or stop at that café for lunch.

In this manner you are getting more physical activity – but are gaining exercise in a safe way and over a prolonged period of time. This will increase strength, stamina and flexibility.
More importantly improve your well-being through an increase in your personal freedom
& independence.

When you’re having an off day – it doesn’t have to mean your plans are now off!

On the days you are not feeling the best, you are still able to function as part of your daily routine and no longer have to cancel your plans because you feel “you’re not up to it”.

Various sizes, ranges and styles - in store Demo available

Instead you can rely on your support aids, whether it’s a walking aid, a Mobility Scooter or even the Stairlift. The result – you can still get out of the house and do what you wanted to do and feel much better about yourself.

Of course there are severe cases of disability or lack of mobility. In such instances mobility aids will be required all the time for some individuals. Whatever your circumstances are, Top Flight Stairlifts & Mobility based in Manchester who serve the UK, are able to provide all the support and solutions available in the market. Why not call them for more free information on 0800 093 6117.

 

So who are Top Flight
Stairlifts & Mobility?

They are a company that provides mobility care and support in Manchester and throughout the whole of the UK.

We supply and install Stairlifts in Manchester otherwise known as Chair lifts in Manchester. Whatever your needs are, whether it’s a Curved stairlift, straight stairlift or even a Heavy Duty stairlift in Manchester. One of best Heavy Duty Stairlifts on the market is the Platinum Heavy Duty Curved stairlift in Manchester carrying a weight comfortably up to 25 stone. There are of course other options available.

We also have a large supply of used stairlifts in Manchester or reconditioned stairlifts in Manchester that can minimise the cost, if this is a concern. We will always buy back our stairlifts we have installed in Manchester. To help our customers improve their mobility and aid them through difficult times, we also rent stairlifts out on a monthly basis. This is a particularly cost effective idea when you are only looking to require a stairlift on a short term basis, such as after an operation maybe.

If you are looking for a second hand stairlift in Manchester or a Rental Stairlift in Manchester then it may be a good idea to call Top Flight Stairlifts to ask for a Free Brochure and a free no obligation quotation.

Top Flight Stairlifts is a Familiy run business that has recently seen a huge demand in their services. This is solely because of their focus and commitment to delivering the highest standard of customer service and doing what they believe is always best for

Neat & Tidy just the way we like it!

their customers – Top Flight Stairlifts & Mobility – “doing the right things at the right time at the right prices for their customers.”

We have a Team of qualified and experienced Engineers and fully trained staff who are always available to help and answer any questions.

We Supply – Install – Deliver – Service & Maintain.  This Manchester Stairlift provider, offers a 24-7 call out response – which is always re-assuring in the event of an
unlikely breakdown. Visit our Website for more information www.topflightstairlifts.co.uk.

We also have a new range of Sherborne Rise and Recline Chairs available in store, as well as Adjustable Electric Rise & Recline beds and Mobility Scooters available in our latest showroom that recently opened.

Call for more details 0800 093 6117 or visit our New Showroom

New Stairlift Showroom in Sandbach

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Top Flight Mobility Aids – Sandbach Mobility Centre & N0 1 Stair lift provider

If you are looking for Stairlifts in Sandbach, then this is the place for you. The Team at Top Flight Stairlifts in Sandbach are providing its customers with all the Stair lift information they require. Top Flight Stairlifts have a New Showroom now open in 9 Penda Way, offering a wide range of choices in stairlifts. So… it’s the first place to call when it comes to choosing the right stairlift for you or your family or getting some friendly advice.

Call us on Free phone 0800 619 6117

Supplying Stairlifts – Supply straight Stairlifts in Sandbach, curved stairlifts in Sandbach, heavy duty stairlifts, by leading UK brands such as Brooks, Acorn, Freelift, MediTek, Bison Bede and more.

Installation of Stairlifts – Our experienced qualified engineers who install stairlifts go by the motto when installing a stair lift – “fit it right, first time!” They offer full demonstrations, explain exactly how it works in simple terms and really put our customers at ease and instil confidence when operating the stairlift.

Maintain Stairlifts – Carrying out maintenance on stairlifts requires experience, skill and the right attitude. We pride ourselves on fixing problems with stairlifts and offer accurate and honest evaluations of stairlifts and their true condition. We have a Team that offers a 24 hour breakdown service.

Rent Stairlifts – Those looking for short term stairlifts or rental Stairlifts in Sandbach or in the UK, renting a stairlift is an option available that can be very cost effective.

Buy Back Used Stairlifts or suppliers of Reconditioned Stairlifts – If you have a second hand stairlift or a used stairlift that is no longer required, Top Flight Stairlifts will remove it for you and buy them back dependant on condition, make and model. Equally they have a number of high quality used stair lifts or reconditioned stairlifts for sale.

As far as buying a stairlift in Sandbach goes, what do you need to know when buying a stairlift? At Top Flight Mobility all your questions will be answered by professionals who are experienced and offer friendly, no obligation advice and great customer service.

Top Flight Stairlifts are the main suppliers of Stairlifts in Sandbach and surrounding areas. They supply straight Stairlifts in Sandbach by a wide range of UK manufactured brands such as Acorn, Brooks, Freelift to name just a few. Often there is a demand for Heavy duty Straight Stairlifts which can cater up to 25 stone. Being suppliers of Heavy Duty straight stairlifts, they can be installed within a couple of days after the initial inquiry. Then there are Curved Stairlifts which again Top Flight Mobility is offering a wide range of choices at great prices. Top Flight Stairlifts are the experts in supplying curved stairlifts in Sandbach and Heavy Duty Curved Stairlifts in Cheshire and beyond. We carry out free no obligation quotations and share with you all the information you need, enabling you to make the right decision when it comes to choosing a stairlift.

Top Flight Stairlifts have their own Team of Engineers who will carry out a site survey and provide you with details of the best options for you at the right price and they will carry out any stairlift installations and even be there to assist as and when you require them in the future.  As the local Stairlift supplier in Sandbach, we provide advice and support when it comes to stairlift maintenance – offering a 24 hour call out service – including extended warranties for stairlifts and stairlift servicing.

Although Top Flight Stairlifts supply stairlifts in Sandbach, they also cater much further afield, supplying stairlifts in Northwich, stairlifts in Middlewich and stairlifts in Crewe. Top Flight Mobility has a wide geographic area which they cover, spanning as far as London. We truly are small enough to care for your individual needs but large enough to cope with the most challenging of circumstances and orders. We have a range of customers we cater for, even supplying stairlifts for Museums in the UK. We have a great Team who supply stairlifts in Cheshire and stairlifts in Sandbach at the right prices with the right support along the way.

In our new Store we have some great offers for you. We are suppliers of Electric Rise & Recline Chairs in Cheshire, selling leading brands such as Sherborne and Drive. If you find it hard to get on your feet after sitting down, there is a fantastic range of Chairs that gently and smoothly recline and raise you to and from your feet, whilst keeping the smile on your face the whole time. Why not call in to see our range of Rise and recline chairs in Sandbach – 9 Penda Way, Sandbach, CW11 1GS.

Do you find it increasingly difficult to get out and about? A Mobility Scooter could be the answer to your prayers. Top Flight Stairlifts supply Mobility Scooters at very low prices; you can even rent one out so you can shop with ease on your visit to the town. As well as supplying the above, Adjustable beds or Electric Beds are available also and these really help those looking for extra comfort in their own home.

Top Flight Stairlifts also buy back stairlifts or buy back used stair lifts, or buy second hand stairlifts. Sometimes Stairlifts are only required for a short term period, say after an operation for example, therefore this stairlift supplier in Cheshire supply refurbished stairlifts for purchase or rental.

This stairlift supplier in Sandbach is catering for a wide range of mobility users in the North West, offering a variety of mobility solutions from Wheelchairs to Walkers to Stairlifts – otherwise known as Chair lifts – to Rise and Recline Chairs. Top Flight Stairlifts are here to assist on Free phone 0800 093 6117 or 01270 417388.

Below is a list of some of the area’s Top Flight Stairlifts cover in the North West and Midlands:

Stairlifts in Cheshire: Holmes Chapel, Stairlifts in Alderley Edge, Aldford, Altrincham, Astbury, Ashton Hayes, Audlem, Beeston, Birkenhead, Bollington, Bramhall, Stairlifts in Chester, Congleton, Crewe, Disley, Ellesmere Port, Frodsham, Stairlifts in Hazel Grove, Ince, Stairlifts in Knutsford, Lymm, Macclesfield, Malpas, Marple, Middlewich, Mobberley, Stairlifts in Mottram, Nantwich, Stairlifts in Northwich, Chair lifts in Poynton, Prestbury, Runcorn, Stairlifts in Sandbach, Stairlifts in Tarvin, Tarporley, Tilston, Stairlifts in Stockport, Warburton, Stairlifts in Warrington, West Kirby, Wilmslow and Stairlifts in Wrenbury.

Stairlifts in Manchester: Ashton Under Lyne, Atherton, Chair lifts in Beswick, Billinge, Bolton, Bury, Castlefield, Chair lifts in  Chadderton, Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Cheetham, Cheetham Hill, Crumpsall, Denshaw, Denton, Stairlifts in Didsbury, Disley, Droylsden, Dukinfield, Eccles, Failsworth, Fallowfield, Flixton, Gatley, Haigh, Stairlifts in Hale, stairlifts in Hale Barns, Handforth, Heywood, Hindley, Horwich, Stairlifts in Hyde, Kearsley, Littleborough, Stairlifts in Manchester, Manchester Airport, Stairlifts in Marple, Mellor, Middleton, Millbrook, Moston, Mottram, Old Trafford, Stairlifts in Oldham, Openshaw, Pendlebury, Plattbridge, Stairlifts in Prestwich, Radcliffe, Rochdale, Romiley, Rusholme, Saddleworth, stairlifts in Sale, Salford, Stairlifts in Shevington, Stalybridge, Standish, Stairlifts in Stockport, Stretford, Swinton, Trafford Park, Tyldesley, Uppermill, Urmston, Walkden, West Didsbury, Westthoughton, Whitelfield, Wigan, Worsley and Wythenshaw.

Stairlifts in Staffordshire: Alsager, Burton on Trent, Stairlifts in Stone, Burton Upon Trent, Cannock, Cauldon, Stairlifts in Chesterton, Codsall, Stairlifts in Eccleshall, Edingdale, Chair lifts in Stafford, Fazeley, Freehay, Goldenhill, Stairlifts in Stafford, Hanbury, Stairlifts in Hanley, Harlaston, Heath Hayes, Hednesford, Stairlifts in Huntingdon, Kettlebrook, Kidsgrove, Stairlifts in Leek, Lichfield, Longnor, Marchington, Middleton,  Stairlifts in Newcastle Under Lyme, Rocester, Stairlifts in Stoke On Trent,  Tamworth, Uttoxeter, Walsall, and Stairlifts in Telford.

Better Health – Keep yourself Moving

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Improve your Health – Keep Yourself Moving

“If exercise were a pill, it would be the most widely prescribed medication in the world”

Exert yourself Gently !

Leading a physically active life can help us feel happier, think more clearly, have more energy, be more productive and, along with proper diet, control our weight.  Exercise need not be painful or extreme to be effective.  Regular periods of moderate exercise several times a week can be very beneficial to your Health.

Jogging, brisk walking, biking and taking part in active sports- enough both to get your heart beating faster and to cause you to warm up, not breaking out into a sweat but taking it gently – can improve your endurance and help prevent heart attacks and strokes.  Combining aerobic exercise with moderate weight (light weights, even if it is filling a bottle with water!) training helps to strengthen your bones, internal muscles, and limbs.  These activities also contribute to maintaining a higher metabolism, which automatically helps to control your weight. Exercise will exert a positive influence on your Health.

Use your feet

Exercise is beneficial for people of all ages, and membership in a gym is not required to get it.  Simply by using your feet instead of a car or a bus is a good start.  Why wait for a ride when you can walk to your destination, perhaps even arriving there faster? 

No matter how old you are when you start, you can benefit from moderate physical exercise.  When you are older and have health problems and have not been exercising, it is wise to consult your doctor about how to begin.  But do begin! Exercise that is started gradually and not overdone can help even the oldest amongst us to maintain muscle strength and bone mass.  It can also help seniors to avoid falls.

Protect Your Health

Keep yourself clean

“Hand washing is the single most important thing that you can do to help prevent the spread of infection and to stay healthy and well” reports the U.S. Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.  As many as 80 percent of infections are said to be passed on by unclean hands.  So wash them often throughout the day.  Do so especially before eating, preparing food, or dressing or even touching a wound, and do so after touching an animal, using the toilet or changing a baby’s nappy.

Washing with soap and water is more effective than using alcohol based hand sanitizers.  Children stay healthier when parents train them to wash their hands and to keep them away from their mouth and eyes.  Bathing every day and keeping your clothes and bed linens fresh and clean also contribute to better health.

Keep your home clean

Make whatever extra effort is needed to keep your home clean and tidy, inside and out.  Eliminate any places where water can collect and mosquitoes can breed.  Litter, filth and uncovered foods and rubbish attract insects and vermin, all of which can bring in microbes and cause disease.

Avoid injuring yourself

Obey safety laws when working, riding a bicycle, motorcycle or driving a car.  Make sure your vehicle is safe to drive.  Use appropriate protective equipment and clothing, such as safety glasses, headgear, and footwear, as well as seatbelts and hearing protection.  Avoid excessive sun exposure, which causes cancer and premature aging of the skin.  If you smoke, Stop.  Quitting now will significantly lower your risk of heart disease, lung cancer and stroke.

Depending on your circumstances, there maybe technology or support that is available to help improve your health. In some instances a ‘walker’ can help you to maintain movement and exercise whilst giving you a balancing aid that could prevent falling, if you are unsteady on your feet.

Motivate yourself and your family

Arming yourself with basic health information can equip and help motivate you to make needed adjustments for better personal and family health.

Keep learning

Public and private institutions provide educational programs and literature on a wide range of health topics.  Take advantage of them, and educate yourself about basic ways to improve your health and to avoid endangering it.  Keep an open mind, and be willing to make simple adjustments.

The good habits you learn and put into practise may well benefit your children and their children after them.  When parents set a good example in regards to nutrition, cleanness, sleep habits, exercise and disease prevention their children are likely to benefit.

What more is needed?

It takes more than self-interest to establish and maintain a healthful way of life.  Eliminating long-standing bad habits can be daunting, and making even simple adjustments often requires strong motivation.  Even the threat of serious illness and death may not move some to do what they know is good for them.

Mates need to remain healthy and strong to continue helping each other.  Parents desire to go on supporting and training their children.  Grown children need to care for aging relatives.  Add to this the noble desire to be a blessing to the community rather than a burden.  All this involves love and concern for others.

Don’t give up!

Whatever adjustments you need to make, you may experience more success by starting gradually and not setting unreachable goals for yourself.  For example try cutting down on unhealthy foods, rather than cutting them out.  Try going to bed a little earlier and getting a little more exercise.  Doing something is better than doing nothing.  It normally takes time – weeks or months – before a new good habit becomes second nature.  In the meantime, if you do not see immediate benefits from your extra efforts, do not despair.  If you persist, despite setbacks, your health is likely to improve.

In line with the above Top Flight Mobility Aids has a varied selection of fitness and leisure products which can assist those with limited mobility to maintain a much healthier lifestyle.  Please take a look at our website www.topflightmobilityaids.co.uk where you will be able to browse at your leisure.

For more information about who Topflight Mobility are click on the link. We are a Mobility company that helps all individuals and elderly to live a better lifestyle with more comfort and to regain or maintain freedom in and out of the home. We operate locally from many of our regional offices throughout the UK. We supply Stairlifts in Stoke on Trent and other mobility aids such as Rise and recline chairs and Electric beds in Stoke on Trent and to other areas of the UK also.

We have a helpful team on standby to support you with your mobility challenges, why not contact us FREE on 0800 093 6117.