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Two people sit at a table, focused on a tablet device displaying information about NHS. Both are wearing glasses and casual clothing, engrossed in understanding continuing healthcare funding.

Continuing Healthcare Funding – a guide

by Lucie Glover on September 12, 2024

This guide is designed to explain what NHS Continuing Healthcare (NHSCHC) funding is, how to apply for it and appeal if necessary, how to qualify, and the difference between NHSCHC and NHS-funded nursing care (NHSFNC). What is NHSCHC funding? NHSCHC is available to those who are found to have a… Read more

Two men sit at a wooden table, smiling and holding yellow mugs. Surrounding them, bookshelves and plants create a cozy backdrop as they share tips for families dealing with dementia.

Talk to me: Tips for families of loved ones with dementia

by Clare McCourt on September 4, 2024

elderly people at a memory cafe

What is a Memory Café?

by Care Choices on August 29, 2024

An elderly woman with a walker beams as she chats with a healthcare worker in a bright room, illustrating the warmth of in-home care surrounded by large windows and flourishing plants.

How to decide if in-home care is right for your loved one

by Julie Saunders on August 13, 2024

elderly couple hold hands in front of fire

Labour scraps winter fuel payments

by Care Choices on August 8, 2024

Goodoaks homecare support for carers

You Are Not Alone: GoodOaks Homecare Campaign to support unpaid carers

by GoodOaks Homecare on August 7, 2024

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Keeping active: helping people with dementia to maintain their interests

by Beth Britton on July 17, 2024

A tin filled with assorted coins, accompanied by a five-pound British banknote, sits on a wooden surface—a simple reminder of days past and perhaps the importance of every penny when Pension Credit comes into play.

Pension Credit in a care home: 2026/2027 Guide

by Care Choices on July 11, 2024

Two people sit at a desk; one shows the other something on a smartphone, perhaps comparing home care costs. A laptop and papers are scattered across the desk.

How Much Does a Live-In Carer Cost? Understanding the costs of home care 2025

by The Good Care Group on June 27, 2024

image of a hand with health care building blocks

Head of Care Quality Commission to Step Down

by Care Choices on June 26, 2024

Discounts for carers – Money-saving finds, benefits, and freebies for unpaid carers

by Lulu Hines on June 13, 2024

elderly man placing his vote

A guide to voting

by Care Choices on June 11, 2024

Thames Hospice's James Hill and patient

Why hospices matter

by Thames Hospice on May 22, 2024

lady looking into continuing healthcare funding dementia

Obtaining CHC for a person with dementia

by Beth Britton on May 14, 2024

end of life care discussion over coffee

End of life and palliative care – and what is important for us all to think about at end of life

by Claire Henry MBE on May 8, 2024

Older lady using telecare device

Landlines are switching to digital, what does this mean for you and your Telecare devices?

by Care Choices on May 2, 2024

elderly lady hugging her dog

Pets for the Elderly

by Lulu Hines on April 17, 2024

Man using a step aid to navigate a doorway outside a house.

Equipment to keep me independent – what are my options?

by Medequip on March 28, 2024

Dementia info flyer

Free, drop-in Dementia Information Day

by Care Choices on February 21, 2024

Three women sitting on a couch talking to each other.

The emotional rollercoaster of care decision-making

by Beth Britton on January 4, 2024

Senior woman using the mobile phone at home

How to help older people cope with loneliness at Christmas

by Samantha Ward OBE on December 6, 2023

Supporting changed behaviour when a person has dementia

by Beth Britton on November 9, 2023

older lady on computer and phone

A beginner’s guide to online banking

by Ellen Gibbs on October 31, 2023

older people doing occupational therapy

Occupational therapy: Transforming lives and enhancing wellbeing

by Care Choices on October 18, 2023

music therapy lady playing piano

Tuning In: Music Therapy for Ageing Ears

by Lily Meyers on September 24, 2023

Older lady smiling at camera

Dementia risk factors and risk reduction

by Beth Britton on September 21, 2023

senior lady smelling flowers

The role of sensory gardens in enhancing the lives of residents with dementia

by Relish on August 8, 2023

Dementia nurses

Supporting dementia carers to avoid a breakdown

by Beth Britton on August 1, 2023

Residents at Valley Court Care Home

How to care for elderly couples and keep them together

by Elder on July 11, 2023

hydration tips for the elderly

Top tips to help people in care to stay hydrated

by Aquarate on June 27, 2023

Supporting the LGBTQ+ community in the care sector

by Mark Sladen on June 12, 2023

What’s it like being a live-in carer?

by Elder on June 6, 2023

Speaking up about dementia: Symptoms and diagnosis

by Beth Britton on May 15, 2023

older man working at desk

A Guide to making a Lasting Power of Attorney (‘LPA’)

by Gurvinder Sehra on April 25, 2023

Cuts to individual care packages: Legal experts set out what’s a lawful and what’s an unlawful assessment

by Irwin Mitchell on April 17, 2023

Six ways to support loved ones moving into care

by Dakota Murphey on April 5, 2023

The vital role of advocacy

by Beth Britton on March 17, 2023

Understanding your right to visit loved ones in care

by The Relatives and Residents Association on February 27, 2023

How carers can help to make activities more accessible

by Dakota Murphey on February 20, 2023

Paying for home care

by Protection & Investment Ltd on February 13, 2023

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