Parkinson’s Disease Progression – What To Watch Out For
When you are told you have Parkinson’s Disease it is natural to worry about what the future holds. No doubt you had symptoms requiring investigation that led to a PD…
Loneliness In The Elderly
Does growing older have to mean we become isolated, lonely or unable to feel part of something? The number of people around us has no bearing on whether we feel…
Living With Dementia – Finding The Right Care
Find out about how the right care can make a real difference for those living with dementia, helping their quality of life improve dramatically. There are currently 850,000 people…
Recovering From A Stroke – Finding The Right Care
In the UK, a stroke will occur every five minutes equalling over 100,000 strokes every single year. A person will at the very least need temporary care during the initial…
A Guide To Companion Care
Find out about companion care and everything it involves, including adjustments at home, financial implications and more. Companion care can be many things, from care given by a family member,…
Ways In Which Live In Care Combats Loneliness
Loneliness is a serious problem in the UK, especially among the elderly, and many people struggle with it on a daily basis. It can be caused by many things, but…
Free up hospital beds – 6 Reasons every CCG should use live-in care
Over the past few days we have seen many CCGs (Clinical Commissioning Groups) seeking expressions of interest from residential and nursing homes willing to help during the COVID-19 crisis and…
Deploy Your Skills To Help People During the Covid Crisis
We’ve all been overwhelmed by the extent of the response to the call for volunteers by the NHS during the Covid-19 crisis. It really makes me proud to see how…
In-Home Care: The Perfect Solution When Recovering From Surgery?
Post-operative care in the home can be highly beneficial for older people recovering from surgery. Read about how it could help you recuperate more quickly. Health problems, declining mobility and…
Diabetes In The Elderly, How Carers Can Help Manage The Condition
Find out how carers in your own home can help actively manage diabetes in the elderly, for overall better health, better mobility and increased independence. Half of all people in…