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Feb 24, 2017 4 min

Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

There is no single Alzheimer’s treatment, but regular brain training, social stimulation, keeping to regular routines, and maintaining a healthy diet can all help to slow the decline. Alzheimer’s Treatment Sadly, there is still no known cure for Alzheimer’s Disease, but scientific advances have improved our understanding of the condition. New Alzheimer’s treatments are being developed, and promising research is underway. In the meantime, there are ways to slow down the decline. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can seem hopeless and life-shattering, but it is possible to make a difference to both the quality of life and the progression of the disease. By modifying lifestyle, we can slow the rate of decline and improve memory, communication and function, so that your loved one can stay independent for longer. Brain training Challenging and stimulating the brain in the early stages of Alzheimer’s can slow down the disease progression. Playing puzzles, reading, doing a crossword…

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Jan 10, 2017 3 min

How Do I Find The Best Private Carer?

The best way to find a private carer is to work out your needs, be honest about what’s involved, know your budget, and be clear about the carer’s responsibilities. How do I find the best private carer? Finding the right…

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Jan 9, 2017 3 min
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Stroke Treatment At Home

When someone who has suffered a stroke is ready to be discharged from hospital, the team will work with you as a family to plan the process, so your loved one can continue to have safe stroke treatment at home.…

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Nov 29, 2016 3 min
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Winter safety tips for the elderly

During the winter, cold and damp weather can take a toll on the health of your elderly relatives. Counter the weather with our top 3 winter safety tips for the elderly. Winter can be a particularly challenging time for older…

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Nov 28, 2016 3 min

Hip Replacement Recovery

Our hip replacement recovery tips will help make your life a lot easier post-surgery.  Hip Replacement Recovery Tips A staggering 160,000 total knee and hip replacement surgical procedures are performed each year in England and Wales. The hip replacement surgery can…

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Nov 10, 2016 4 min
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What to do if your parent is not eating

It can be frightening and frustrating but there are ways to stimulate hunger if your parent is not eating. It’s all about the carrot, not the stick! What to do if your parent is not eating Has your Mum or Dad lost their…

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Oct 26, 2016 3 min
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Help with incontinence

Help with incontinence Dealing with incontinence can be difficult and distressing. The good news is that there is support available to keep your loved one clean and comfortable. Incontinence is one of the last taboos subjects. It often causes shame and…

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Oct 21, 2016 2 min

The Advantages of Male Carers

We still have deeply entrenched ideas about who provides care, but male carers can provide physical strength, as well as gentility, patience, and understanding in a caregiving role. Speak to one of our knowledgeable care advisers about Hometouch’s high quality…

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Oct 5, 2016 4 min

Sleep problems in the elderly

Too little rest can increase risk of disease, depression and dementia. Sleep problems in the elderly As we get older, sleep problems become more pronounced. It’s common to discover that your Mum or Dad aren’t sleeping well, and too little rest…

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