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How to Help an Elderly Parent Who Doesn’t Want Care
With a little patience and understanding you can support your parent in choosing the right live in elder care, so they get the help they need and still retain their dignity and independence. How to help an elderly parent who…
I Need a Carer For My Parent
Deciding that you might need a carer for your parent is a big step. Find out about how to face the difficulties and how to wade through the options. I need a carer for my parent It might be that…
What does 24 hour live in care cost in 2018?
Struggling to cope with the cost of care in 2018? A residential home or care home is not the only option. Live in care can be an affordable alternative, allowing your loved one to stay safe, healthy and independent in their own home. Want to know more? Get our FREE definitive home care guide now! Get your guide Home care costs vary depending on where you live, the sort of care needed and the way in which the support is accessed. Many people prefer to stay in their own home for as long as possible as they grow older, as the familiar environment, close proximity to friends and family, and sense of independence can improve function and wellbeing during their twilight years. How much does 24 hour live in care cost in 2018? Home care costs vary depending on where you live, the sort of care needed and the way in…
How to arrange discharge from hospital
With the right planning, preparation and support you can ease the transition from hospital to home and help your loved one stay safe, healthy and independent. Discharge from Hospital It is great news when a loved one is ready to…
Jobs for Medical Students
Alex, a medical student at Imperial College London, discusses why being a HomeTouch carer is the ideal job; she finds it doesn’t just help pay the student bills but is a valuable source of experience for her future career. Jobs for Medical…
hometouch Winter Care Survey
This winter, we surveyed members of the public, customers of hometouch and followers of our social media accounts on their experiences of finding home care for their families. It is well known that both quality and cost are top of the concerns, but our survey found a wish for improved choice, transparency and control – something that is barely ever offered by the traditional home care model. For example, 77% of our respondents believed it should be possible to select their own carer, yet this is almost unheard of with most care agencies.
Funding a Private Carer – What Support is Available?
Funding for care is means tested, meaning it depends on your financial circumstances. Currently, if you have assets of more than £23,250 no financial support is available from your local authority. Private Carer Funding Options Just how much does a…
How to Age Gracefully – Top 50 Tips
Ageing doesn’t have to mean mental and physical decline. There are plenty of practical tips that can help you or your loved ones stay happy and healthy for longer. Diet As we age, our nutritional requirements change. The energy we…
Overnight Care
Overnight care can help you to get a good night’s sleep when you would otherwise be worried about the welfare of your loved one. Why get overnight care? Caring for a loved one is hard at the best of times, but what about when you go to sleep? Elderly people can be restless at night as they may need to use the bathroom, and if they have dementia then the early hours are prime time for wandering. This can cause concern that may affect your ability to get a good night’s sleep. Sleep is important. It’s what allows your body to recuperate from a day of activity, and your mind to rest from stress. Without sleep, you may be irritable and lethargic at first, but if it continues you can be setting yourself up for illness and depression. Hiring an overnight carer can help you to relax and get the rest…
The Future of Care Agencies: What You Need to Know?
Care agencies: what they were, what they are, and what the future holds. Here’s an overview of everything you need to know. Is the Care Sector in Crisis? The care sector is undergoing significant change currently. Demand for care is…
