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Jan 23, 2018 4 min
end of life care

What does end of life care mean?

End of life care means care for those who are approaching the end of their life, including their family and friends. It often means the treatment of symptoms and can extend to counselling or spiritual guidance. Speak to one of our…

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Aug 18, 2017 3 min
home safety for the elderly

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 14, 2017 5 min
the cost of respite care

How Much does Respite Care Cost?

How much respite care costs will depend on the support you’re entitled to, whether you need help during the day, overnight, a complete break at a care home facility, or help from your family and friends. Find out more about…

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Aug 7, 2017 3 min

Who Gets Disability Care?

Anyone can get private home care, but those who are affected by a long term illness or a disability might be entitled to benefits to help them pay for the care they need. Who gets disability care? Anyone can get home care. There are many different types of care, and you can choose to hire a private carer for as much or as little time as you need to make your life better and safer. But if you have a disability you may be entitled to benefits that will help you to pay for the care you need. Benefit calculators You can find out how much you’re entitled to by using an independent benefits calculator: Age UK Entitledto These will provide information about income-related benefits, tax credits, Council Tax reduction, carer’s allowance, universal credit, and how work will affect your claim. Before you start, you will need to gather accurate information…

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Jul 19, 2017 4 min
end of life pathway

What is the end of life care pathway?

  When you reach the end of life, care can help to control your pain, maintain your comfort and support you to live as well as possible, for as long as possible. What is end of life care? Being diagnosed…

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Jul 17, 2017 3 min
what is post discharge care?

What is Post Discharge Care

  Post discharge care can help your loved one to stay safe and comfortable as they recuperate and rebuild strength, so that they can regain confidence and independence. Discharge from Hospital Being discharged from hospital is a positive step, but…

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Jul 7, 2017 3 min
Summer holiday care

Arranging Summer Holiday Care

Arranging care for a loved one while you go on holiday, can make a huge difference to your ability to relax, and their confidence and independence. Arranging time off for yourself If you provide care for a loved one, it…

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Jul 7, 2017 3 min
What does an overnight carer do?

What Does an Overnight Carer Need?

If your overnight carer is a waking carer, then you won’t need more than you would for a day time carer, if they are a sleeping carer, then you will need to provide bedroom facilities. What is overnight care? Overnight…

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Jul 4, 2017 3 min
Elderly Patient leaving the hospital

What is Postoperative Care?

  Postoperative care can improve rehabilitation and allow your loved one to live safely as they heal and regain their independence. What is postoperative care? An operation can help to combat disease, decrease pain and improve health and wellbeing. However,…

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Jun 28, 2017 3 min
Care for the disabled

What is Disability Care?

  Disability care at home is simply practical help with anything from everyday tasks like housework and bathing, to assistance with complex needs. Specially trained disability carers can be employed to come into the home and lend a hand. Good…

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