Are you or a loved one in need of care but feeling hesitant to look for "care homes near me"? You're not alone. Many people feel uncomfortable with the idea of leaving their homes and moving into a care facility. But what if we told you that you don't have to? In-home care is [...]
Choosing a home care provider for your loved one can be a challenging decision. You want to ensure that your family member receives the best possible care in the comfort of their own home. With so many options available, it's important to be informed and make the right choice. In this blog post, we will [...]
It's critical to keep active, involved, and entertained as we get older. Fortunately, there are numerous apps available to assist elders in achieving these objectives. These apps for seniors can help keep healthy, well, and engaged in areas ranging from fitness and nutrition to mental health and entertainment. Here are some of our top suggestions.: [...]
Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining good health as an older adult. Engaging in such activities can help prevent or delay many age-related health problems. Additionally, it can strengthen your muscles, enabling you to continue performing your daily tasks with ease. The NHS recommends that older people do at least 2 days a week [...]
Welcome to the caregiver spotlight blog for Dina Gostling, a dedicated caregiver who works for Visiting Angels Central Surrey. This blog aims to shine a light on the incredible work that caregivers like Dina do every day to support and care for their clients. Caregiving is a challenging but rewarding job that often goes unnoticed, [...]
When it comes to the safety of your loved ones at home bathrooms and showers pose many hazards which may result in slips, trips, and falls causing serious injuries. Below are some examples of the main contributing factors to bathroom slips, trips, and falls: Wet floors Damaged Tiles Poor lighting Bending or overreaching to access confined [...]
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is urging people to stay warm and watch out for individuals who are most vulnerable to the effects of the cold weather since low temperatures and potentially severe night-time frosts are predicted for all of England starting on Wednesday. Here are some tips to help you stay warm!! Layer [...]
Visiting Angels Central Surrey, the premier provider of homecare in the local area, attended Chertsey Agricultural Show on Saturday 13th and 14th August. The day started with horse and camel racing, then it was onto show jumping. The audience were able to meet some of the county’s top riders as they competed around a course [...]
Every 10th of October the world celebrates World Mental Health Day, which was first celebrated in 1992 at the initiative of the (WFMH) World Federation for Mental Health. The day was established to create awareness about mental health and advocate against social stigma. The past 18 months have been very challenging for everyone and especially [...]
As the world marks World Alzheimer’s day today here are some 5 helpful tips for caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease. Research – Alzheimer’s is a life-changing diagnosis and after your loved one has been diagnosed, get as much information about the disease as you can. Talk to your doctor about how best to support [...]
