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Mar 9, 2026 5 min
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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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Mar 9, 2026 5 min
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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
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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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Dec 29, 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
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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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Dec 16, 2025 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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Dec 16, 2025 4 min
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Rapidly progressive dementia: What caregivers need to know

Rapidly progressive dementia (RPD) is a rare condition that causes a decline in memory, behaviour, and physical ability. While most forms of dementia develop over years, RPD progresses within weeks or months. This rapid change often leaves families struggling to…

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Nov 18, 2025 3 min
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What Does Arthritis Feel Like?

If you’ve wondered whether your joint pain or stiffness could be arthritis, you’re not alone. Arthritis affects more than ten million people in the UK and can change how you move, feel, and live each day. Arthritis pain varies from…

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Nov 10, 2025 3 min
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How Heart Disease Affects Your Life

Heart disease is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the UK, affecting millions of people. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or are supporting someone with a heart condition, understanding how it affects daily life helps you make…

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