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.: [...]
International Week of Happiness at Work is held from September 20 to 25 every year. Maintaining a positive Work Life Balance is an essential element of a happy and satisfying life. So what is this work-life balance? The work part relates to the amount of time spent at work or carrying out work related activities. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
