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Apr 22, 2026 5 min
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How much is overnight care for the elderly?

Caring for a family member at night can be one of the most challenging aspects of home care. Elderly relatives may need help to use the bathroom, take medication, or simply feel reassured if they wake up confused. For families…

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Apr 13, 2026 7 min
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Living with late-stage dementia: A practical guide for families

Living with late-stage dementia is one of the most demanding experiences a family can face. If someone you care about has reached this stage, you may be noticing significant changes in how they communicate, move around, eat, and behave. You…

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Apr 6, 2026 8 min
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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…

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Mar 9, 2026 5 min
An elderly man wearing glasses and a blue sweater stands indoors while another person helps him put on a jacket. A bookshelf and wall mirrors are visible in the softly lit background.

What is domiciliary care?

Domiciliary care is one of the most searched-for terms in elderly care – and one of the least clearly explained. If you’ve come across it while researching options for a parent or loved one, here’s what it means and what…

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Mar 8, 2026 9 min
Elderly man sitting at a kitchen table being helped with a meal by a caregiver, showing support and companionship in a home setting.

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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Mar 4, 2026 8 min
Older woman in a green coat and red gloves smiling while sitting outside with a younger woman and gently petting a fluffy white dog.

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…

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Dec 30, 2025 4 min
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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…

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Dec 16, 2025 3 min
Caregiver supporting an elderly man as he stands up from a sofa in a bright living room.

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…

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Apr 20, 2026 4 min
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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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