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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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Dec 19, 2016 4 min

How Much Does Live-in Home Care Cost?

How much does live-in care cost? With hometouch live-in care costs on average between £1250 and £1050 per week, and a short conversation with one of our friendly team will establish your personal needs and your budget. Hometouch offers affordable live in homecare services for elderly people. We believe older people should receive proper and adequate care during their old age. How much does live-in care cost? When someone is struggling to live alone, safely, in their own home, moving into residential care is not the only alternative. Live-in carers can be an affordable option, but there are lots of things to consider when calculating the costs. Home is where the heart is, and many people who are elderly or infirm would prefer to stay in their own home for as long as possible. Being close to friends, family and all that is familiar can improve function, well-being, and quality of…

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Dec 13, 2016 3 min

How Much Does Hourly Home Care Cost?

Home care costs vary depending on where you live, the level of care needed, and whether or not you choose to find care through an agency, an introductory agency, or directly with a self-employed carer. How much does hourly home care cost? Many people prefer to stay in their own homes as they grow older. Home care can provide the support to stay safe, independent and well at an hourly cost that may be lower than you’d think. When you are struggling to manage at home alone, residential care is not the only option. Carers can be employed to come into the home and help with everything from chores to self-care. They can provide a helping hand and a friendly face at a price that can be surprisingly affordable. The national difference Home care costs vary depending on where you live, the sort of care needed and the way in…

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Dec 6, 2016 2 min

Dementia and the importance of meaningful activities

Meaningful activities are of the utmost importance to those living with dementia. Dementia can cause people to withdraw from activities and enjoyable interaction with family and friends so it’s important to try and maintain those relationships and interests to help…

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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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Oct 28, 2016 3 min
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What Is Respite Care And Why Is It Important?

Respite care refers to care brought in for a fixed amount of time, to provide the usual care giver with an opportunity for rest from the challenges of their role. What is respite care and why is it important? Caring for…

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Oct 26, 2016 3 min
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Living with someone with dementia

Guest blog from Dr Jamie Wilson in Over50choices Living With Someone With Dementia When someone you live with and love is diagnosed with dementia, the effects can be devastating.  As they struggle to deal with the confusion and memory loss characteristic…

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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 19, 2016 3 min
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Benefits of live-in care

The benefits of live-in care include remaining in a familiar environment, staying in touch with friends and neighbours, being able to keep beloved pets, and more… Exploring the benefits of live-in care When someone you care for is no longer…

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