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Best food for elderly people with no appetite
Food can be a source of joy as well as providing the fuel our organs and tissues need to survive. As we get older, disease, dementia and depression can suppress the appetite, making it a challenge to finish meals and…
Is home care better than care homes?
Care homes, day care or home care? The choice can be confusing and, at a vulnerable time, many elderly people are frightened about the future. Different families have differing needs, residential care is not the only alternative – elderly home…
Elderly Diabetes Care
When a loved one has diabetes, it’s natural to worry that they’re getting the care they need. If arthritis or Alzheimer’s is making controlling their diabetes difficult, a carer can provide a helping hand. Elderly diabetes care Diabetes is a…
How Diabetes Is Treated
Diabetes is a lifelong condition that affects the body’s ability to control blood sugar levels. Find out more as to how it can be treated… The treatment of diabetes Discovering that you have a chronic condition can be frightening. Many…
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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…
How do pets help the elderly?
Pets help the elderly by improving their mood, encouraging exercise, giving them something to focus on, and providing constant companionship. By receiving care at home, your loved one can keep their pet by their side. Do pets help the elderly?…
Cancer Care For The Elderly
Cancer care for the elderly often includes company and medication management. Keep in touch in person, over the phone, or via FaceTime or Skype CQC-regulated care Founded by an NHS dementia doctor Expert live-in care, arranged with one free call.…
What Are The Most Common Cancers In The Elderly?
The most common cancers in the elderly are: Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Bowel Cancer. Find out how to avoid and recognise them. Common cancers in the elderly Cancer is a concern for people of all ages, but…
Cancer Care At Home
Having cancer care at home can involve medication management, home alterations, changing standards of home cleanliness, and ensuring a healthy diet. Find out more about the simple things you can do to make a big difference… Caring for an elderly…
How To Care For An Elderly Parent With Cancer
Knowing how to care for an elderly parent with cancer does not come naturally. The key things are the simple things: communication, a healthy diet, physical support, and spending time together. Find out more… Caring for an elderly parent with…
