Over 65

Elderly people are more likely to have difficulty in dressing, washing, standing for prolonged periods, bending down, rising from a chair, using the toilet, climbing stairs and in moving around. Help may be required with self-care and preparation of food including providing puréed foods for those with swallowing difficulties. Some elderly people may have restricted walking ability and use a wheelchair. Elderly people may need assistance with medication, especially if the dose and frequency of administration of tablets requires adjustment to obtain optimal effect and reduce troublesome side effects. Some people with more severe muscle weakness of the legs may be at risk of falling.

Amended June 2008