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What is Respite Care?

What Is respite care? Respite care is the term used for services that enable carers to take a break from caregiving, whether that … Continued
What is Companion Care?

What is companion care? Companion care, or companionship care, is part of a range of home care services that provide care and support … Continued
Don’t Wait for an Emergency: Why Winter is the Time to Prioritise Live-in Care

As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to dip, winter’s approach is a reminder to us all to take extra precautions. While … Continued
What to Do When an Elderly Person is Refusing to Eat

What to Do When an Elderly Person is Refusing to Eat Noticing changes to an older adult’s eating habits, weight or energy levels … Continued
Using Equity Release to Fund Live-In Care

Finding ways to pay for live-in care can be frustrating and overwhelming. If you or your loved one do not qualify for funding … Continued
Spotting Signs of Loneliness in the Elderly

Loneliness amongst the elderly is a growing problem in the UK. More people than ever now live alone, and this is especially true … Continued
Defining dignity in health and social care

Dignity and respect are core principles of health and social care services. A person requiring care and support must put their trust and … Continued
12 Common Misconceptions About Live-In Care

Maybe you’re considering live-in care as an option for your loved one. You’ve started looking into it, and had a few conversations with … Continued
What is bariatric care?

Bariatric care describes the care and support given to people who are extremely obese. Bariatric care is an umbrella term that covers the … Continued
Memory Aids for the Elderly

Memory Aids for the Elderly Living with memory loss can be frustrating and difficult to come to terms with. Forgetting to take medication, … Continued