Older Person Health: Supporting Your Wellbeing at Every Age
Getting older doesn't mean accepting declining health as inevitable. We believe every stage of life offers opportunities to thrive, stay independent, and maintain your quality of life. At Cornerstone GP Services, we understand the unique health challenges that come with aging: and we're here to support you through accessible, personalized care that fits your lifestyle.
Our telephone, video, and home visit GP services are designed with older adults in mind. No waiting rooms, no travel stress, and no rushing through appointments. When you need additional care like nurse procedures, minor operations, or specialist treatments, we'll guide you to trusted private providers who can deliver the care you need.
Here's how we support your health journey at every age.
Chronic Disease Management
Living with conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or arthritis requires ongoing support and monitoring. We help you stay on top of your health without the hassle of frequent clinic visits.
What we offer:
• Regular check-ins via phone or video to monitor your condition
• Home visits for comprehensive assessments when needed
• Medication reviews and adjustments to keep your treatment optimal
• Blood pressure monitoring guidance and interpretation of home readings
• Advice on symptom management and when to seek additional care
• Referrals to specialist private providers for procedures or advanced treatments
When you might need this: Managing multiple medications, experiencing new symptoms, or needing regular monitoring of your chronic conditions.
Fall Prevention and Mobility Concerns
Falls are a leading cause of injury in older adults, but many are preventable. We assess your fall risk and provide practical strategies to keep you safe and mobile.
Our approach includes:
• Comprehensive fall risk assessments during home visits
• Medication reviews to identify drugs that might affect balance
• Discussion of home safety modifications and equipment needs
• Coordination with physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• Referrals to private providers for physical therapy or mobility aids
When you might need this: After a recent fall, feeling unsteady, or wanting to prevent future falls and maintain independence.
Mental Health and Cognitive Wellbeing
Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. We provide compassionate support for depression, anxiety, grief, and early cognitive concerns that often accompany aging.
We can help with:
• Assessment and support for depression and anxiety
• Grief counseling after loss of loved ones or life changes
• Early cognitive screening and memory concerns
• Sleep problems affecting your mental wellbeing
• Social isolation and loneliness strategies
• Referrals to private mental health specialists and counselors when needed
When you might need this: Feeling persistently sad or anxious, experiencing memory concerns, struggling with major life transitions, or feeling isolated.
Routine Health Screening and Prevention
Staying ahead of health problems becomes even more important as we age. We help you navigate the screening and prevention care that's right for your age and health status.
Our screening support includes:
• Discussion of age-appropriate screening recommendations
• Interpretation of screening results and next steps
• Coordination of private screening services like mammograms or colonoscopies
• Cancer screening guidance beyond NHS provisions
• Cardiovascular risk assessments
When you might need this: Due for routine screenings, wanting additional screening beyond NHS offerings, or needing help understanding your risk factors.
Medication Management and Safety
As we age, we often take more medications, making drug interactions and side effects increasingly common. We help ensure your medications are working for you, not against you.
Our medication services:
• Comprehensive medication reviews for safety and effectiveness
• Identification of potentially inappropriate medications for older adults
• Discussion of drug interactions and side effects
• Simplification of complex medication regimens when possible
• Guidance on proper medication storage and administration
• Coordination with pharmacists and specialists for complex cases
When you might need this: Taking multiple medications, experiencing new side effects, or feeling confused about your medication routine.
Acute Illness and Urgent Concerns
When you're feeling unwell, the last thing you want is a stressful trip to a busy clinic. We provide prompt assessment and treatment for acute illnesses and urgent concerns.
We handle:
• Respiratory infections like chest infections and bronchitis
• Urinary tract infections and other common infections
• Skin conditions and wound assessment
• Digestive problems and food poisoning
• Minor injuries and pain assessment
• Urgent medication issues and adverse reactions
When you might need this: Sudden illness, worsening of chronic conditions, or any health concern that needs prompt attention but isn't an emergency.
Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Compassionate care during serious illness focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. We support both patients and families through these challenging times.
Our palliative care includes:
• Symptom management for comfort and quality of life
• Pain assessment and management strategies
• Coordination with specialist palliative care teams
• Support for family members and caregivers
• Discussion of care preferences and advance planning
• Home visit support to keep you comfortable in familiar surroundings
When you might need this: Facing a serious illness, managing complex symptoms, or wanting to discuss care preferences and planning.
Family and Caregiver Support
Caring for an older adult can be overwhelming. We support families and caregivers with guidance, resources, and practical advice.
We offer:
• Caregiver education about managing chronic conditions
• Assessment of care needs and safety concerns
• Guidance on when to seek additional help
• Connection to community resources and support services
• Stress management support for caregivers
• Coordination of care teams including private home care services
When you might need this: Caring for an aging parent or spouse, feeling overwhelmed by care responsibilities, or needing help coordinating multiple providers.
Ready to Take Control of Your Health?
Aging well isn't about luck: it's about having the right support when you need it. Our flexible GP services adapt to your changing needs, whether you prefer the convenience of a phone call, the personal connection of a video appointment, or the comprehensive care of a home visit.
We're here to help you stay healthy, independent, and confident at every stage of life. When additional care is needed beyond our telephone, video, and home visit services, we'll connect you with trusted private providers who share our commitment to excellent care.
Book your appointment today and experience healthcare designed around your needs, not ours. Because your health journey deserves personalized attention, professional expertise, and genuine care.
Visit our website to schedule your appointment or learn more about our services. Your wellbeing at every age starts with a simple phone call.