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Live-in care after a stroke: Supporting recovery at home
When someone comes home from hospital after a stroke, the adjustment can be significant for them and for the whole family. There may be physical changes to manage, communication difficulties to navigate, and a great deal of uncertainty about what…
Medications that worsen dementia: A clinical guide
If someone in your family is living with dementia, their medication list deserves as much attention as their care routine. Some commonly prescribed drugs (and several available over the counter) can worsen cognitive symptoms, accelerate decline, or raise the long-term…
The seven stages of Alzheimer’s disease: What families need to know
When someone you care about is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, one of the first questions families ask is: what happens next? Alzheimer’s is a progressive condition – but understanding how it typically develops can help you plan ahead, have the…
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Personal health budgets for dementia care: How to use NHS Funding to choose your own carer
Most families who have been awarded NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assume the NHS will simply tell them who will provide their care. Few realise they can ask for something different. A Personal Health Budget changes that. It gives families the…
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NHS Continuing Healthcare for dementia: A step-by-step guide
Many families supporting someone living with dementia don’t realise the NHS may fund their care in full. NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is a non-means-tested funding package that can cover the entire cost of care (including live-in care at home) for…
How is dementia care coordinated alongside other health conditions?
February includes both World Cancer Day (4 February) and Heart Month. Together, they highlight an important reality for many families: people living with dementia often manage other health conditions at the same time. Heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and stroke are…
How heart disease affects the respiratory system
As a doctor-founded care service, we understand how heart disease affects daily life and breathing. Our clinical team regularly supports families managing these complex conditions at home. This guide explains the connection between heart and lung function, helping you recognise…
What Are Arthritis Nodules?
Arthritis nodules are lumps that develop in people with certain types of arthritis. These firm bumps most often appear around joints – particularly the fingers, elbows, knees, or heels – and can be concerning when first noticed. Arthritis nodules are…
The effects of Alzheimer’s on the body
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than memory and thinking. The brain controls every movement and process in the body, so as brain cells become damaged, physical changes follow. Your loved one’s movement, appetite, and coordination can all be affected. Understanding these…
How does a person die from dementia?
For families living with dementia, one of the hardest questions to ask is how it causes death? Dementia is more than memory loss; it’s a progressive brain disease that gradually affects every part of the body. This article explains what…
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