April 11th is Parkinson’s Awareness Day, a time to shine a light on the experiences of those living with Parkinson’s disease and to acknowledge the incredible work of family carers and professional care teams who support them every day. At Visiting Angels UK, we understand the challenges that come with caring for a loved one [...]
Author : Dan Archer, CEO Visiting Angels During the pandemic, the world flipped, and carers were finally recognised as “key workers.” Yet, for those who have needed care or witnessed carers in action, this has always been the case. Despite their crucial role, carers are often undervalued, underpaid, and not given the time or [...]
As our loved ones age, their ability to manage daily tasks can decline. While family members often step in to provide support, there comes a time when professional home care becomes necessary. But how do you know when it's time to hire professional help? Recognising the signs early can improve quality of life for [...]
Who are Cheadle Village Primary School? “Cheadle Village Primary School is situated at the heart of Cheadle village. Our beautiful school was built in 1909 and, although remains the same on the outside, has recently undergone a full internal renovation in the main building. As well as two playgrounds, we have a garden area [...]
Many people know the frustration of dealing with unreliable care providers, broken promises and the constant search for someone trustworthy to look after their loved ones. Seeing this need in her own community, Elmira Khoshrouz set out to create a solution: Visiting Angels, a compassionate team dedicated to delivering care for people in the [...]
Matthew Hartley never imagined one of the most tragic times of his life would inspire him to find his true calling. Watching his father’s health decline was heartbreaking, but in those final days he witnessed something that changed his perspective forever. He became so inspired by his dad’s caregivers that he decided to follow [...]
Case Study: Matthew’s Talk at the Mother’s Union, St. George’s Church Event: Talk at Mother’s Union Location: St. George’s Church Presenter: Matthew, Registered Manager Overview Matthew, the Registered Manager, gave a talk at the Mother’s Union event held at St. George’s Church. His presentation, titled "The Care Services and the Benefits You Deserve," aimed [...]
Case Study: Macmillan Coffee Morning at Our Office Event: Macmillan Coffee Morning Location: our office Attendees: Clients, Family Members, Carers, and the Local Community Duration: 3 hours Overview We hosted a Macmillan Coffee Morning at our office, inviting our clients, their family members, carers, and members of the local community. The aim was to [...]
Case Study: Since I started my homecare business, I have closely observed the significant challenges faced by individuals and families when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. Recognizing the urgent need for better understanding and support, I organized a community event aimed at increasing awareness and providing valuable information about dementia. To ensure [...]
Case Study: Blue Badge As the owner of a homecare business, I realized the importance of establishing connections with local organizations to enhance our ability to support clients effectively. This realization led to our partnership with Age UK Stockport, a decision that would profoundly impact our ability to assist individuals in need. I decided [...]
