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No matter where you work, some-day you may be asked the question – why? Is your job a vocation, a family tradition, or just a stepping-stone? We’ve compiled a list of the 5 main reasons we think working as a carer is one of the most fulfilling careers in the world. 1. Job security In […]

Loneliness at Christmas A survey from Age UK showed that Christmas is the loneliest time of year for over 1.5 million older people, especially those who are widowed. Three-quarters of over 65s said that their first Christmas after losing someone was the hardest. For those that might not have family nearby or close relationships with […]

How Does Cold Weather Affect Health The winter months can be a challenging time for older people, the cold weather can put them at greater risk of illness and health issues, so it’s important to be prepared. We see an influx of illness during the winter as the cold weather means we spend more time […]

A stay in hospital can be long and frustrating; sleeping on a ward, only being able to see family at approved visiting times, hospital food and most importantly being away from home. So, it is understandable that many people want to get back home as soon as possible. However, when it comes to transitioning from […]

Mental health is important and thankfully there is more awareness on this subject than ever before, but some people, particularly of older generations, may find it difficult to admit struggling with their mental health. However, many are suffering more than ever before, following an extended period of isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic. The symptoms of […]

Over the last year, we’ve all experienced the effects of lockdown, including separation from our friends and family and often a sense of helplessness.  As winter approaches, it should be remembered that this season with its cold, damp weather, long nights and limited daily sunlight can create a different form of lockdown for elderly people across the country every year.   Here […]

What Is Celebrating Homecare? In the past 18 months, there has been an outpouring of support and appreciation for carers, so what better time to launch Celebrating Homecare Day to celebrate the difference homecare makes in people’s lives.  The very first Celebrating Homecare Day will be taking place on Wednesday 22nd September and this year’s theme […]

There could be any number of reasons why you may require emergency home care, such as a sudden accident which has left your loved one unable to move about as normal and needing additional care or a usual carer who has sustained an injury or illness that has means they can’t meet their usual caring responsibilities.   Another common […]

Respite care is when the usual carer takes a break from caring duties temporarily and somebody else steps in to cover this period. This may be when a family carer needs a break for their wellbeing or an employed carer is due annual leave.   Respite care could be for anything from a few hours or […]

Couples home care is when a couple both receive care in their own home, this could be for medical care, personal care or help with household tasks. Below, we list some of the benefits of this type of care. Couples Can Stay Together One of the biggest benefits of home care for couples is that […]