Pedalling through Cost of Living Crisis- The Carer Centric Way This week, Visiting Angels is introducing its first two e-bikes to their care team. The first franchise in the care sector to be actively introducing the low-emission, alternative form of transport throughout the network, Visiting Angels is continuing to pave the way as the [...]
This month the spotlight is on Brooke Jackson! Having worked in care for 10 years- Brooke brings her vast experience in different roles within the industry to Visiting Angels. The skills , compassion and kindness that she possesses truly portray the values of an Angel. We got talking to her to know a little more [...]
This month’s spotlight is on Angel caregiver Emma Wilkinson. Emma grew up in Scotland but in the later years, moved to London and then Sheffield, which she now calls home. In only 4 months with Visiting Angels, Emma has proven herself to be a wonderful carer to her clients . She is compassionate and hardworking [...]
Psoriasis is a skin condition in which the body develops flaky patches of skin on the surface- which develop into scales. This happens due to overproduction of skin cells - causing a build up which leads to the patches appearing on the skin. The severity of Psoriasis varies from a mild discomfort and irritation to [...]
Yorkshire Day is observed every year on August 1st to celebrate the largest county in the UK- Yorkshire. Originating as a military holiday, its roots stem from more than a few things, including the day when Yorkshire Soldiers who had fought in the Battle of Minden in Germany picked white roses as tributes to [...]
Sheffield based Joan Leitch is a multitasker- Mum to a little girl, caregiver and Angel of her client's lives! With a vast experience in care spanning 20 years, Joan joined Visiting Angels 06 months ago. Soon into her career with us, she was announced "Caregiver of the month" because of the exceptional care she delivered [...]
This month’s spotlight is on Angel caregiver Asam Khan. Rotherham based, young family man Asam, is a wonderful example to break the stereotype that only women can be good caregivers. Ever since Asam joined Visiting Angels, he has proved time and again that men can thrive in the care industry. We got talking to him [...]
The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) runs a national campaign around skin cancer called Sun Awareness, which includes National Sun Awareness Week which is observed from 02nd May to 08th May. The campaign is headed by professionals with expertise in Skin Cancer and sun related conditions. Slowly, but steadily the sun is showing its face [...]
25th of April to 1st May 2022 is observed as the Multiple Sclerosis week (#MSAwarenessWeek) to raise awareness about the condition. Multiple Sclerosis, also known as MS is a disabling condition which affects the central nervous system- consisting of the brain and spinal cord. Multiple Sclerosis means “scar tissue in multiple areas.” People suffering from [...]
This month's spotlight is on Angel caregiver Trudy Nightingale. Trudy has been with Visiting Angels for about 2 years and has proven herself to be a wonderful caregiver even though she had no prior experience in care. The skills , compassion and kindness that she possesses truly portray the values of an Angel. We got [...]
