Resources

 1 in 4 older people are dehydrated, so aren’t drinking enough. This can cause a range of health problems and can even contribute to falls, infections and strokes. 

Watch the Age UK Norwich video on the importance of staying hydrated in later life. 

Practical advice to support you to drink well and

prevent dehydration for adults and carers. 

 These downloadable resources aim to help health professionals assess whether their clients are drinking enough to stay healthy. If not, they outline practical ways to support them so they increase their fluid intake. 

The materials have been created by the University of East Anglia and Age UK Norwich in collaboration with over 50s, as part of the “Drinking Well at Our Age’ project.

Find out more about managing hydration with access and availability of toilets.