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 [...]
Dementia can be a challenging journey, both for those experiencing it and their loved ones. While every situation is unique, a supportive and compassionate approach can make a significant difference. Here are some ideas for helping a loved one navigate dementia with dignity and care. Supporting Your Loved One Maintain a Routine A structured [...]
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.: [...]
Did you find the older your parents or your grandparents get, the harder for you to connect and be with them? You understand that your elderly might feel lonely, but you cannot find ways to communicate with them without misunderstandings and being irritated. It is very common for people to get disconnected from their elders; [...]
Caregiver Blog, Edward Whitehead What does it mean to care and what it means to be part of the community, (LGBTQXI+) has always felt very similar to me. Being in the community allows us to be heard by people who respect us, care for us and importantly love us, and want the best for [...]
Motor Neurone Disease is a life-changing and a progressive illness. We at Visiting Angels understand the emotional and practical challenges an individual and their family members may face living with MND. What is Motor Neurone Disease? Did you know: MND currently affects about 5,000 people across the UK. The onset is usually around 60 years [...]
Did you know: pancreatic cancer is the 10th most common cancer in the UK and more than 10 500 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year. That is around 29 mothers, daughters, fathers, sons, husbands, wives, sisters, brothers, colleagues or friends diagnosed every day. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month (PCAM) and we [...]
Welcome To Our New Induction Sessions Did you know at Visiting Angels, we handpick all our carers and spend quality time with them to ensure our clients get the best carers possible. Our Interactive Induction sessions allow us to create real relationships with our carers. Our carers are at the heart of all we [...]
Tips on how to take care of yourself Ever since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the healthcare sector has been given the spotlight and people have gained a much broader understanding of the importance of caregivers. However, even after this time, many people do not understand the full extent of what it means [...]
