
Support For Older Adults
Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton provides a range of services for older adults in the Liverpool area, including support for health and well-being. Visit their website or contact them directly to learn more about their specific services. Click Here
This resource from the Malnutrition Pathway offers guidance for healthcare professionals and individuals on identifying and managing malnutrition in adults within the community. This is particularly relevant for older adults and those with underlying health conditions in Liverpool. Managing Adult Malnutrition in the Community | Malnutrition Pathway
The Dying Matters campaign, led by Hospice UK, aims to help people in Liverpool and across the UK talk more openly about death, dying, and bereavement, and to make informed decisions about end-of-life care. Dying Matters | Hospice UK
This helpful leaflet provides important information for patients and their loved ones in Liverpool to understand Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the factors involved in making decisions about it. Click Here
Stay healthy with recommended adult vaccines. Your needs may vary by age and health.
Key Vaccines by Age:
- 65+ Years: Annual Flu vaccine, Pneumococcal vaccine, Shingles vaccine (if you turned 65 on or after 1 September 2023).
- 70-79 Years: Shingles vaccine.
- 75-79 Years: RSV vaccine.
- 75+ Years: COVID-19 vaccine (usually spring and winter).
Vaccines for Underlying Health Conditions:
The NHS provides certain vaccines for individuals with specific health conditions who need extra protection.
For more detailed information on all NHS vaccinations and eligibility, please visit: NHS Vaccinations and When to Have Them