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Paying for home care

Feb 13, 2023

An increasing number of people are being cared for in their own home. In this blog, Daniel Kasaska, Regional Co-ordinator at Protection & Investment Limited, discusses key things to consider when arranging funding for home care or a care home. Many people assume home care to be associated with help… Read more

The complete guide to online safety for older people

Feb 07, 2023

Elderly Couple smile at camera

Five trends that impact older residents in today’s care settings

Jan 24, 2023

How To Keep the Elderly Warm in Winter

Dec 01, 2022

What Is World Diabetes Day, and Why Is It Important?

Nov 18, 2022

What Is the Difference Between a Care Home and a Nursing Home?

Nov 17, 2022

carer breakdown

Carer Breakdown: Recognising when caring responsibilities go beyond your means

Oct 10, 2022

paying for care

Living with dementia when you are under 65

Sep 20, 2022

Activities for Care Home Residents

Activities for Care Home Residents

Sep 09, 2022

support for carer

Moving to an out-of-area care home

Aug 05, 2022

What questions should you ask when arranging live-in care?

Jul 28, 2022

sibling resentment

What to do about sibling resentment when caring for older parents

Jul 07, 2022

LGBTQ+ friendly care home resident

How to find an LGBTQ+ friendly care home

Jun 22, 2022

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How therapy dogs can help with dementia

May 27, 2022

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The power of personalised playlists in dementia care

Apr 22, 2022

Is Live-in Care right for you

Could live-in care be the right care option for you?

Mar 29, 2022

choosing the right stairlift

How to choose the right stairlift

Oct 18, 2021

Dementia friendly home

Tips on how to design a dementia-friendly home

Sep 16, 2021

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How to care for seniors suffering from hearing loss

Jun 22, 2021

walking and dementia

Supporting a person with dementia to walk

Jun 02, 2021

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Everything you need to know about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

Apr 15, 2021

Elderly lady buying fruit at market

The importance of good nutrition and hydration for the elderly

Mar 29, 2021

Care Dilemma - elderly couple angry with each other

Family care dilemmas: How to support a loved one who doesn’t want support

Mar 17, 2021

Why posture matters in the fight against pressure injuries

Nov 19, 2020

The Importance of Respite Care

Aug 26, 2020

Diagnosed with dementia

What to do when a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia

Oct 14, 2019

older lady doing brain training app

Mental Stimulation is Everything: Apps that keep the Brain Ticking

Aug 29, 2019

Older lady in wheelchair doing exercise with personal trainer

Deteriorating health? 5 fitness tips for older people

Jul 04, 2019

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Funding wheels for independence

Jun 06, 2019

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9 things to think about before deciding to care for your elderly parents

May 22, 2019

elderly lady seated on sofe talking about dementia with relative

How to talk to your relatives about dementia

Apr 08, 2019

older lady doing a jigsaw puzzle

Reminiscence activities for dementia

Mar 18, 2019

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