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Choosing a Carer 3 May, 2019

What are the qualities of a good carer?

When it comes to finding a carer for someone close to you, you want to get it right. If you’re on the hunt for a high-quality carer, take a look at our top ten attributes to look for in a carer. They’re characteristics we seek out for our carers, and we believe you should too. …

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Live in Care London: Finding the Right Care

Finding the right carer isn’t just about experience and qualifications, it’s also about finding the personality fit that will lead to a close and trusting relationship. Live in Care London: Finding the Right Care It can be challenging to find the right home care. While no one likes to think of their loved ones, or …

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Choosing a Carer 20 Apr, 2019

Employing a Carer Privately

Employing a carer or personal assistant can help your loved one live independently at home. However if you decide to appoint one privately there is a lot to consider. What can a carer do? A carer or personal assistant can offer your loved one the support they need to lead as independent a life as …

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Choosing a Carer / Dementia / Types of care 7 Mar, 2019

What do Admiral Nurses do?

Admiral Nurses are specialist nurses trained to provide support for people and families affected by dementia. They get their name from ‘Admiral Joe’ Levy, founder of Dementia UK and a keen sailor. They can work in a number of environments – in the community as NHS staff, or hospitals, hospices and care homes. We’re here …

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Carer Tips / Choosing a Carer 6 Sep, 2018

What qualifications should carers have?

There are many things to consider when you are placing someone you love in the care of another person. Carers come from different backgrounds and have different levels of training, experience and qualifications. It can be reassuring to see letters after their name, but are certificates, diplomas or degrees necessary for the very best standard …

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Choosing a Carer / Live-In Care / Types of care 5 May, 2017

Changes in behaviour that require a live-in carer

Self-neglect, accidents around the house, trouble keeping up with medications, and withdrawal and isolation could all be indicators that your loved one needs live-in care. Changes in behaviour that require a live in carer When someone starts to develop dementia, their deterioration in function can be gradual. Too often, mishaps, memory lapses and near-misses can …

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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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Choosing a Carer / Types of care 29 Dec, 2016

Night time care or overnight care

Night time care, or overnight care, is care given to a loved one throughout the night. This often involves help using the bathroom, prevention from wandering caused by dementia, and keeping a loved one settled during the night when they might otherwise get confused and hurt themselves. Night time care Care needs don’t stop when the …

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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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Choosing a Carer / Live-In Care / Types of care 10 Oct, 2016

Choosing A Live-in Carer

Choosing a live-in carer can be very stressful, especially if your love one has special requirements. HomeTouch can help you to make the right choice. Choosing a live-in carer If your loved one is struggling to manage on their own, live-in care can help them to continue living safely in their own home. It is an …

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