Exclusive: The average annual cost for a children's care home place in England has reached £319,680, pushing local authorities to breaking point and forcing desperate measures to protect vulnerable youth.
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
Exclusive research uncovers the British areas where mature motorists face the greatest danger on the roads, with Westminster emerging as the most perilous location.
Discover if you or a loved one over State Pension age could claim the DWP's Attendance Allowance, a tax-free benefit worth up to £434.40 a month for help with personal care.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a mounting crisis as leading health charities sound the alarm over a 'devastating' surge in osteoporosis-related deaths and debilitating fractures, urging immediate government intervention.
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
An experienced hospice nurse from Sussex shares her emotional journey and urges UK lawmakers to reconsider assisted dying laws, revealing the harsh realities of terminal suffering.
A deceitful carer from Stoke-on-Trent has been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding a frail 85-year-old woman of her life savings. Discover the full story of this gross breach of trust.
A sudden loss of appetite in older adults is a critical warning sign. This comprehensive guide reveals the medical, social, and psychological causes behind this common issue in the UK's ageing population and provides actionable advice for concerned famili
A damning report reveals the horrific neglect 85-year-old Valerie Kneale suffered in her last days at a major NHS hospital, prompting a formal apology from the health trust and raising urgent questions about elderly care standards.
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ugandan families face devastating dementia crisis without government support, as UK's NHS faces parallel challenges in geriatric care.
An 82-year-old pensioner from Stoke-on-Trent has been handed a suspended sentence after admitting to the manslaughter of his terminally ill wife in a tragic case the judge described as a 'mercy killing'.
Groundbreaking research from UK experts reveals how a simple change in perspective about aging can significantly reduce dementia risk and protect brain health in later life.
Tribute to Dr Christopher Roles, the visionary NHS geriatrician whose groundbreaking patient-centred approach transformed elderly care and medical training across Britain.
Shocking new research from the University of East Anglia exposes a hidden health crisis, with 80% of older adults not drinking enough water. Experts warn of severe risks including kidney damage, confusion, and falls.
A critical government programme designed to keep elderly Australians out of hospitals is failing, with new reports revealing severe risks and neglect, leaving the most vulnerable in peril.
A vulnerable 84-year-old woman from Surrey was conned out of her entire savings by sophisticated fraudsters posing as police officers in a devastating courier scam that highlights the rising threat to elderly residents.
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Two elderly women were hospitalised after being trapped for hours in a malfunctioning hot tub in Kentucky, suffering severe burns in a harrowing incident that required a complex emergency rescue.
A damning new report reveals a silent crisis engulfing millions of UK pensioners, with soaring living costs and inadequate support pushing many into poverty and isolation. Experts demand immediate government action.
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
A viral video captures the beautiful moment Peanut, a rescue dog, comforts his elderly owner having a nightmare. This Staffordshire Bull Terrier's story highlights the profound healing power of pet adoption.
Shocking neglect as Maria Hermilia Murrieta, 76, is left for two days on a cold hospital floor in Peru without a bed, food, or water. Her family's desperate plea exposes a healthcare system in crisis.
A deceitful care home manager who systematically plundered the bank accounts of vulnerable elderly residents to fund her personal shopping sprees, including buying underwear, has been sentenced to prison.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Surrey reveals that non-smokers who vape are significantly more likely to develop asthma, depression, and emotional problems, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe alternative.
A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.
Two men have pleaded guilty after a reckless stolen car joyride ended in tragedy, crashing into a dementia care home in Sheffield and causing the deaths of two elderly residents.
Experts warn that older individuals must take immediate steps to protect their health as colder months approach, with flu and COVID posing significant threats.