Celebrating Ageing – Embracing the Journey and the Pleasures
In today’s world it can sometimes feel that there is little to be enthusiastic about. Add getting older into the equation, and one could be forgiven for hiding under the…
Benefits and Challenges of Living with Ageing Parents
The housing crisis in the UK is one of the factors said to be behind the growing trend of adults living with their elderly parents. According to recent Census data…
A Proactive Approach to Preventing Falls
Falls are one of the most common issues which can result in hospitalisation for older people so preventing falls needs a proactive approach. Falls can affect anyone, but people over…
Becoming a Family Caregiver – Tips To Be Better Prepared
If you’ve decided that looking after a loved one at home is the best option then you’ll need to be fully prepared for what it means in practice to become…
Good News and Bad News About Long-Term Social Care Reform
The good news today about social care reform is that an independent commission will start in April 2025. The bad news is that the final report will not be published…
Coping with the Grief and Loss Associated with Dementia
A dementia diagnosis for a family member can feel like a big loss. This is a loss not just about losing a person’s memories, it’s about the gradual fading away…
Navigating Stroke Rehabilitation – Dos and Don’ts
A stroke can be a life-changing event. Not only can it impact physical health but also emotional well-being. Based on our many years’ experience providing live-in care services for those…
How to Cope When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Dementia
According to figures compiled by the Alzheimer’s Society, there are currently around 850,000 people in the UK who are living with dementia, and this figure is expected to rise to…
The 7 Stages of Stroke Recovery
If you are caring for a loved one, or indeed if you yourself have suffered a stroke, you may be concerned about how the recovery will progress. You may have…
Tech Innovations for People Living With Dementia
There has been a huge amount of research to help those living with dementia. Read more about the newest tech innovations that could make it easier for an elderly person…