Changing Views on Ageing: Live Well with Home Instead Tyne Valley
Discover how our research shows people wish to stay active for longer and how Home Instead supports active ageing in our local community in the Tyne Valley.
Our recent UK Home Instead research brought to light our changing attitudes to ageing, and a key observation was that the desire for activity does not diminish with age.
Our survey found that 85% of people want to stay physically active as they get older. Shooting up to an impressive 89% among those aged over 75. This highlights a growing desire among older adults to remain vibrant and engaged for as long as possible. We can certainly attest that so many of our Home Instead in and around Tyne Valley keep their appetite for life well into old age and we have certainly witnessed that age doesn’t have to be a barrier!
Here are three tips for staying active as we age:
1. Join local groups
Participate in community activities like walking clubs, fitness classes, or hobby groups to stay socially engaged and physically active.
2. Set realistic goals
Establish achievable fitness goals such as daily walks (short or long), aqua aerobics, movement or chair yoga classes, to maintain motivation and to be able to track progress. Always consult your GP before making any changes to your routine.
3. Stay consistent
Incorporate physical activity into your daily routine, ensuring regular exercise becomes a habit, even if it’s just a few minutes each day.
Staying active in and around Hexham and Prudhoe
In our local communities, we see our clients taking part in various activities that lift their spirits. Here’s a few ideas of how we can remain active and engaged locally as get older:
- Walking is a good lower-impact way of staying active and local groups keep us connected with others. Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Northumberland and Prudhoe Health walks are two groups to enjoy walks amid the beautiful landscapes and villages of Tyne Valley.
- Local clubs and societies offer camaraderie and develop lifelong friendships. University of the Third Age (U3A) in Hexham and U3A Prudhoe provides groups and events for consistent learning and socialising. Being active has never been more enlightening!
- When it comes to leisure and fitness, swimming pools and gyms bustle with energy. Whether it’s Newburn Activity Centre or swimming, aqua classes or gym at Prudhoe Waterworld, you’ll find something exciting to try.
- For those with green fingers, gardening and allotment groups like Prudhoe Community Allotment or Hexham Allotment Association offer a fulfilling way to connect with nature.
- Art and craft lovers, too, have plenty to explore with workshops at The Hearth Arts Centre and Queens Hall Arts Centre, where they can exercise creativity and share hobbies with like-minded individuals.
Home care support
Home Instead recognises that everyone is unique, with their own interests and passions. We are dedicated to helping you to live well your way, to pursue your hobbies and celebrate your individuality. Our care and companionship visits are tailored around you, matching Care Professionals to your personality, care needs and interests, ensuring your wellbeing remains at the core of everything we offer. As well as traditional care needs to support life at home, our home care services can support our clients to maintain their independence.
Get in touch
If you would like to discover more about how our team at Home Instead Tyne Valley is a 2024 Top 20 Home Care provider in the North East, and how we can support you or your loved ones to stay independent and well at home and in the local community, call our Hexham office for a professional and friendly conversation on 01434 693 700.
For job opportunities apply to become a Care Professional online at our website.