Expert care advice by Dr Jamie Wilson

Health 3 May, 2017

Workout Tips for Baby Boomers

5 tips for exercising your way to a better, healthier, longer life. Workout tips for baby boomers We understand. You have a job, you are a parent, a grandparent or a caring partner and your day is usually very busy. Do you find yourself saying things like: “I would love to do more exercise, but I’m …

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Choosing a Carer 10 Jan, 2017

How Do I Find The Best Private Carer?

The best way to find a private carer is to work out your needs, be honest about what’s involved, know your budget, and be clear about the carer’s responsibilities. How do I find the best private carer? Finding the right live-in carer can be stressful. Trust and expertise must combine with a personality fit, to ensure …

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Carer Tips / Elderly Parents 29 Nov, 2016

Winter safety tips for the elderly

During the winter, cold and damp weather can take a toll on the health of your elderly relatives. Counter the weather with our top 3 winter safety tips for the elderly. Winter can be a particularly challenging time for older people. Icy temperatures leave the elderly more susceptible to health complications, while slips, trips and …

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Cost of Care / Working as a carer 7 Nov, 2016

hometouch average Carer income in 2016

Average hourly earnings across London are at £12.04/hour, over 28% higher than the London Living Wage of £9.40. Carers working through the hometouch model, now have the flexibility to negotiate and earn a better hourly wage by taking advantage of the new hometouch model of care, that harnesses the on-demand economy. This has led to better …

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Respite / Types of care 28 Oct, 2016

What Is Respite Care And Why Is It Important?

Respite care refers to care brought in for a fixed amount of time, to provide the usual care giver with an opportunity for rest from the challenges of their role. What is respite care and why is it important? Caring for a loved one is incredibly rewarding but it can also be exhausting, both physically and …

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Conditions / Dementia 26 Oct, 2016

Living with someone with dementia

Guest blog from Dr Jamie Wilson in Over50choices Living With Someone With Dementia When someone you live with and love is diagnosed with dementia, the effects can be devastating. As they struggle to deal with the confusion and memory loss characteristic of the disease, you may grieve for the person you loved, who may seem to …

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Choosing a Carer 21 Oct, 2016

The Advantages of Male Carers

We still have deeply entrenched ideas about who provides care, but male carers can provide physical strength, as well as gentility, patience, and understanding in a caregiving role. We’re here to help. Call us if you have any questions about our exceptional live-in care. 020 3797 0086 Why are so few care givers male? Everyone …

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Brain Health / Carer Tips 17 Oct, 2016

8 Elderly Nutrition Tips

It’s easy to pay attention to the obvious signs of ageing – frailty, memory problems, mobility issues leading to trips and falls. Less obvious but equally important is nutrition, and it can sometimes be the last thing we think of. Especially given that 5.4 million people in the UK are unpaid caregivers – often a …

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News & Current Affairs 3 Mar, 2016

hometouch Winter Care Survey

This winter, we surveyed members of the public, customers of hometouch and followers of our social media accounts on their experiences of finding home care for their families. It is well known that both quality and cost are top of the concerns, but our survey found a wish for improved choice, transparency and control – …

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Choosing a Carer / Cost of Care 3 Feb, 2016

Funding a Private Carer – What Support is Available?

Funding for care is means tested, meaning it depends on your financial circumstances. Currently, if you have assets of more than £23,250 no financial support is available from your local authority. Private Carer Funding Options Just how much does a private carer cost and what funding is available to help? How much should I expect to …

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