Care at home
Finding help in the home for continuing independence
The Importance Of Compassionate Senior Care
Collaborative Post There comes a time in everyone’s life when we start needing a little extra support, especially as we age. Roles begin to shift with children caring for their parents, returning the love and support they once received. Often, at this stage, senior care services come in to help with the transition, relieving families […]
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Staying Involved in a loved one’s care from afar
When a loved one starts receiving care, whether that’s occasional help at home or full time support, it’s natural to feel a little uncertain. You want to stay connected and make sure they’re safe, well and happy. But how do you do that without overwhelming them or creating unnecessary tension? The key lies in building […]
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Paying for care -what do you need to consider?
Collaborative Post Many people reach a point in their lives where they can continue to live independently at home, but need a little more support than friends and family can provide. If you are looking for care at home, there are several important factors to look at to put appropriate support in place while managing […]
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Tips on working with professional carers at home
Collaborative Post Many of us find ourselves falling into the role of carers with little warning. While we may have supported our older relatives through the natural ageing process – driving, shopping, maybe a little cleaning – there may come a point where more serious support is needed. And with that comes a requirement to […]
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What now for social care funding and winter fuel payments?
There are two features of the announcement from the incoming Chancellor Rachel Reeves in July 2024 that will particularly affect older people. Winter fuel payments Payments to help with the cost of energy have been made annually in the autumn to those of pension age. This has not been means tested to date, so recipients […]
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Major questions over performance of the Care Quality Commission
If you’re hoping that the Care Quality Commission in England might help you to achieve better care for your family and friends, you may be disappointed. On the same day that the BBC releases a report showing apparently poor care in many homes across the country, a report from a law firm argues that the […]
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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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