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What Questions Should You Ask When Arranging Care Home Care?

Arranging care home care for a loved one is a significant decision that demands careful consideration and thorough research. With numerous care homes available, each offering various services and amenities, it's essential to ask the right questions to ensure you make an informed choice. From understandin...

Support Loved Ones Moving Into Care

When you make the decision to move a loved one into care, it can be a challenging time not only for them, but also you and your family. A care home is a change of environment and lifestyle which takes some adjusting too, and can be more stressful than a house move. When supporting loved ones moving in...

The Importance of Respite Care

Respite care offers caregivers a much-needed break to recharge and care for their own well-being. As a caregiver, managing your time effectively is vital. Respite care allows you to schedule time for yourself without feeling guilty, helping you balance your caregiving responsibilities with personal needs...

Visiting in Care Homes

Visiting in care homes isn't just about spending time with residents, but also about building emotional connections, improving mental well-being, enhancing social interaction, supporting happiness, and creating meaningful memories. When stepping into a care home, you have the power to brighten someone's ...

What Does a Good Care Home Look Like?

Imagine walking into a care home where every detail is meticulously planned out to guarantee the comfort and well-being of its residents. The atmosphere is warm, the staff are attentive and kind, and the facilities are not just functional but also designed to promote a sense of community and belonging. A...

How to Maintain Independence in the Care Home

Being independent in care means having control over your own life and any decisions that are made. Getting older is often associated with becoming less independent as our care and support needs increase as we become less agile. Your loved ones may be concerned about losing their independence, particularl...

5 Considerations When Choosing A Care Home

When it comes to selecting a care home for your loved one, the process can be overwhelming. From considering the location and amenities to evaluating the qualifications of the staff and quality of care provided, there are numerous factors to weigh up.

1. Location

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The Emotional Decision-Making for Care

Moving a loved one into a care home is a significant change the person and their family and is often very emotional. From the initial steps of researching care providers to weighing treatment options, emotions can profoundly influence every aspect of the decision-making process. It's natural for the hear...

Moving to an Out-Of-Area Care Home

You may need to relocate a loved one to an out-of-area care home, for example if they need to move to a care home that specialises in addressing specific health concerns, or provides services that aren't available closer to their current location. Or, you may wish to move them t...

Care Plans: What You Need To Know

What is a care plan?

A care plan is created for a person receiving healthcare, personal care or any other forms of support. It outlines why the person is receiving care, including their assessed health and care needs, their personal d...