"In 2021-22 alone, nearly 400,000 carers had to leave their jobs to care for older or disabled family members. Despite this, there’s a strong desire among carers to engage in paid employment, with a majority indicating they would work if adequate support were provided. Supporting family carers in their employment could potentially save the [...]
A Chatter & Natter table creates a space for people to talk; whether it is for five minutes while you drink a brew, or an hour of good conversation. We’re not trying to build friendships – just simple interactions to combat loneliness and to just maybe have a big impact on someone’s day. Although [...]
We are having a free family carer coffee morning on February 23 from 10am to 12 noon. If you care for an adult and you are not being paid for that, then this coffee morning is just for you. Chat with people who are in the same situation as you, exchange experiences and blow [...]
This article was first published on homecare.co.uk Reaching the decision that you, or a loved one, need care is challenging. As well as the emotional impact, there’s also practical things to think about including costs, requirements and the type of care that’s best. When it comes to deciding between home care and residential care, [...]
"About two in three UK adults are likely to become an unpaid carer at some point during their lifetime, according to the charity Carers UK. Not all will give up other work to do this but every day about 600 people do give up their jobs to look after someone who is older, disabled [...]
On January 10, 2024, Visiting Angels facilitated in their office in Eridge Green a free dementia training given by the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. They sent Gareth, a fantastic trainer with much hands-on experience as a hospital nurse. Thank you, Gareth! A person suffering with dementia with challenging behaviour is only challenging [...]
From Age UK: With the cold weather and darker days, winter can be a more difficult time for everyone, but it can be especially tough as we get older. Our guide can help you stay warm and well over winter. This guide outlines ways you can prepare yourself and your home for the winter [...]
Home care is often provided to the elderly. Unfortunately, most of them who sadly don't exercise enough. That adds to their old age. Osteoporosis is often dubbed the silent disease. There are no symptoms before an injury occurs. When an elderly person falls, that might result in broken bones whereas a young person experiences [...]
"If DVLA/DVA decides that the person with dementia is not safe to drive, the person must return their licence and stop driving. Find out how to appeal this decision and what to do if the person refuses to stop driving. How does dementia affect driving? A diagnosis of dementia is not in itself a [...]
