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Mar 5, 2018 2 min

hometouch’s Top 18 Gifts for your Elderly Mother for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is Sunday 11th March this year so just around the corner! We know that you’ll want to spoil your mum or grandma but might not know where to start, especially if they are elderly or need that extra…

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Oct 9, 2017 3 min
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Flu Jab for Carers

Why the flu jab for carers is important, how it works, what the side effects are, and what you can do for yourself and your loved one if you get the flu. Why there is a flu jab for carers…

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Sep 1, 2017 3 min
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What To Do if Someone Has a Stroke

What to do if someone has a stroke: watch for the signs, act FAST, call an ambulance, put them on their side or in the recovery position, and stay calm. Find out more…  What to do if you suspect a…

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Aug 25, 2017 3 min
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Top Gadgets for Self-Care

The top gadgets for self-care include: the long reach toilet aid, the foot cleaning mat, the pill dispenser, the zip-pull and button aid, and clothes from The Abel Label. The Importance of Self-Care Helping your loved one to remain independent is…

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Aug 23, 2017 3 min
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Gadgets to Help Your Elderly Loved One Outside

There are lots of gadgets to help your elderly loved one outside, from walking stick ice picks, to outdoor stair lifts, we look at 8 must-haves for elderly independence.  Getting out and about Home care isn’t about keeping your loved…

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Aug 18, 2017 3 min
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Home Safety Without a Carer

Ensuring home safety can be difficult without a carer, but there are measures you can put in place while you decide on the right home care solution for you. Home safety Nothing is quite like a person being on hand…

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Aug 18, 2017 3 min
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Elderly Tech Solutions For Peace-of-Mind

A house cleaning robot, hairdryer stand, magnifying desk lamp, Hive heating and door sensor set, can all make a big difference to your loved one’s wellbeing as well as your peace of mind.  Tech solutions for peace-of-mind Your loved one…

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Jun 7, 2017 2 min
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Laundry and the Ageing Population, by Laundrapp

Laundrapp are partnering with HomeTouch; get £10 off your first order when you use the code “hometouch” It’s no secret that the UK has an ageing population: according to a report from the ONS (Office for National Statistics), the population…

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Feb 21, 2017 3 min

Carer Depression

Carer depression is brought on by the constant stress, anxiety, and sometimes guilt, that come with providing care for a loved one. What is carer depression? Most carers will suffer from depression at some stage as a result of their caring duties. When you’re down, you may feel helpless and hopeless, but with support you can come through this difficult time. Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding but it can also take its toll on your body and mind. As many as 3 in 5 caregivers have faced depression because of the unique challenges and stresses of the caring role. It’s understandable. It’s also very important that you take the time you need to care for yourself. Too often, carers focus all their attention on the needs of their loved one, meaning that their own work, social life and health is sidelined, leading to a real loss…

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Dec 6, 2016 2 min
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Dementia and the importance of meaningful activities

Meaningful activities are of the utmost importance to those living with dementia. Dementia can cause people to withdraw from activities and enjoyable interaction with family and friends so it’s important to try and maintain those relationships and interests to help…

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