The holiday season can be a lonely time for many older people.

How can I set up a musical group for residents in my care home?

Education needs to be matched with dynamic career pathways that attract professionals to the speciality and maintain motivation and resilience, say Nicky Hayes and Corina Naughton

A survey of nurses shows that one third had inadequate knowledge of pain management

Three research articles of interest to nurses of older people

Nicky Hayes set her heart on gerontological nursing early in her career. Her varied roles mean she still sees patients every day, while also helping to develop the clinical leaders of the future

Nicky Hayes says the care sector, education providers and individual nurses need to work together to ensure nurses in nursing homes are fit for purpose

Nurse leaders need a bigger role on decisions to withdraw specialist services from local hospitals, says Nicky Hayes

Identifying frailty is a core business for healthcare professionals who work with older people. Through systematic detection of indicators, such as changes in mobility, continence or mental health, we can tailor care planning for individuals and change service provision accordingly.

Parkinson’s in old age can be a complex individual condition that affects physical and psychological function and wellbeing. As a result, the needs of different people may vary. However, all older people with Parkinson’s will benefit from access to a specialist, comprehensive old-age assessment and nursing care that understands how symptoms can affect health and wellbeing, and is responsive to the individual’s particular requirements over time.