Care at home
Finding help in the home for continuing independence
3 Reasons Why You’re Not a Failure for Placing Your Relative in a Care Home
Collaborative Post When you are providing care at home for an ageing parent or relative, the time may come when you decide that they need to move into a care home. Many people feel a major sense of failure if they do this. However, it’s so important to remember that even though you feel like […]
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10 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Live-in Carer for Your Elderly Loved One
Collaborative Post Age, chronic health conditions, or a recent injury can all make it difficult for an older loved one to continue living independently without extra support. Families often step in to support their elderly loved ones, but juggling caregiving duties with family, life and career obligations is often overwhelming for family members. If your […]
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Ensuring Comfort and Well-being: Common Home Care Tasks for Seniors
Collaborative Post As our loved ones age, the desire to provide them with the best possible care becomes a priority. Home care for seniors has become increasingly popular, allowing older individuals to age in the comfort of their own homes while receiving the necessary assistance. Here, we explore some of the most common tasks requested […]
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UK care awards 2023 highlight commitment and innovation
Choosing a care provider is a difficult business. We want the best for our loved ones, so we need to know as much as possible about the organisations to whom we might entrust their care. As well as CQC or similar reports, and review sites, the annual verdict of Business Awards UK might be useful. […]
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Essential Qualities to Seek in a Personal Carer for Senior Citizens
Collaborative Post As we gracefully age and embark on the journey of our golden years, we might need a little extra assistance with daily tasks or companionship. But how do we find the right person who understands and caters to our unique needs and preferences? Fear not! In this guide, we’ll explore the top five […]
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What is the UK Carers Leave Act and how will it help caregivers?
Every step in law that recognises the needs of caregivers is a step in the right direction. Sometimes they are small steps, and they arrive in law a long time after they’ve been announced. Such is the case with the Carers Leave Act 2023. It’s a definite positive, but it’s not huge, and it’s not […]
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What is a care needs assessment?
If you think your parent or other older relative or friend needs help with day-to-day living, you can apply to their local authority for a confidential, free care needs assessment. This care needs assessment is used to determine the level of care and support that an individual needs. It’s usually the first step in getting […]
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Caring for Your Loved Ones – What are Your Options?
Collaborative Post When you have someone in the family that needs caring for full-time, and you want to make sure that they get the best care they can, there are always a lot of questions that you need to ask, and many options to consider. On the whole this can be a really tricky situation […]
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8 Types of Aged Care Approaches You Need to Know
Collaborative Post As we get older, many of us will need some form of care and support to maintain our quality of life. Thankfully, there is a good range of aged care approaches available that are designed to meet the unique needs of senior citizens. These approaches encompass a variety of services and support options. […]
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5 Reasons Why Caring for an Elder is Good for your Mental Health
Collaborative Post Caring for an elder is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging roles to take on. It is a job that requires patience, compassion, and understanding. But many do not realize that numerous mental health benefits are associated with caring for an older person. Not only does it give you a sense of […]
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