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Attendance Allowance is a tax-free, non-means-tested weekly benefit for people over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision because of a physical or mental health condition. From April 2026, it pays £76.70 or £114.60 per week,…
CQC-regulated vs introductory care agency: what families need to know 
Choosing a home care provider involves more than comparing costs and carer profiles. One of the most important decisions families make is whether to use a CQC-regulated provider or an introductory agency. The two models operate very differently. They carry…
Live-in care for couples: staying together at home
When one partner needs more support, the fear of separation is often the first thing families describe. The thought of one person moving into a care home while the other stays behind is genuinely distressing, and it shapes every conversation…
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Young onset dementia care: your options before 65
A diagnosis of young-onset dementia rarely arrives at a convenient moment. You may be working, supporting children, managing a mortgage, or looking after ageing parents of your own. Dementia is widely understood as something that happens in old age, and…
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Downsizing vs live-in care: helping your parent make the right decision
When a parent starts to need more support, the conversation often turns to their home. Should they stay where they are? Would somewhere smaller be easier to manage? Could a move closer to family make a difference? Downsizing vs live-in…
How to arrange live-in care: what happens after you contact Hometouch 
Taking the first step towards live-in care can feel daunting. Many families contact Hometouch in moments of urgency – following a hospital discharge, a fall, or a sudden change in their loved one’s condition. Others have been thinking about it…
What does a live-in carer actually do?
Many families considering live-in care have the same question: what does a live-in carer actually do, day to day? It’s a practical question, and an important one. Understanding exactly what the role involves helps families make confident decisions and helps…
Choosing a live-in care provider: The 7 questions every family should ask
When someone you love needs live-in care, the pressure to act can feel overwhelming. A hospital discharge, a fall, or a rapid change in cognitive ability can compress weeks of research into days. And yet the decision about which provider…
The pros and cons of hiring an overnight carer
Deciding whether to arrange overnight care for an elderly relative is rarely straightforward. Families often reach this point after weeks or months of broken sleep, worry, and uncertainty – wondering whether nighttime support is necessary, or whether they’re overreacting. This…
Finding a private carer in London
Families often need care quickly – after a hospital discharge, a health change, or when managing alone becomes unsustainable. Finding the right support in London requires understanding your options and knowing what matters most for your loved one’s wellbeing. This…
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