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…
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…
With the rise of the introductory agency, HomeTouch provides the same accessibility of in-home care, at a fraction of the price charged by home care agencies. In-home care Statistics have shown that despite a large increase in the elderly population in the…
Domiciliary care is right for you if you value independence, stability, affordability, and personalised one-to-one care, but it’s not right for everyone. What is domiciliary care? Domiciliary care is commonly known as home care and both are umbrella terms that…
The cost of home care depends on the level of care you need, the number of hours you need care for, and whether you source your carer through an agency or an introductory platform. How much does home care for…
Dr. Jamie Wilson, founder of HomeTouch on London Live Morning News, talking about the issues facing those in need of care, what makes HomeTouch work for you and for our carers, why it’s a better alternative to traditional agencies, and…
The strain on unpaid carers, the broken care service system, the guidelines that are supposed to provide guarantees and the cuts to funding that make fulfilling those guarantees impossible. BBC Radio London investigates home care Guidelines published by NICE (National…
Home care can increase independence, providing stability, flexibility and a highly personalised level of care. It’s also be much more affordable. 7 Benefits of home care for elderly parents Watching someone you love get older can be difficult, especially when they start to…
Dr. Jamie Wilson talks about his early experiences in elderly care, his views on the current situation, and his vision of the future. Before I went to medical school way back in 1996, I worked at my local hospital as…
If you are looking after someone for 35 hours a week or more you may be entitled to Carer’s Allowance, the main benefit for carers. You don’t have to be related to or even living with the person you care…
Hometouch has been one of the best companies I have worked for in the care sector! I have always been told I’m appreciated and been made to feel like it too. I’m so happy to be a part of the Hometouch team
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