Palliative Care – Can You Really Have it at Home?
No longer does the need for palliative care mean you have to leave your home for a hospital or hospice…
Living a longer but also a better life
The face of care for the elderly as we know it has been changing rapidly over the last decade. Traditional…
Recognition for Ashridge Home Care
A High Commendation has been given to Ashridge Home Care at the Home Care Awards 2022 We are pleased to announce…
The Importance Of Sleep For Heart Health
Throughout our lives, one thing we should pay more attention to is the amount of sleep we have or need.…
Consultus Care & Nursing Wins Two Awards
Our members Consultus Care & Nursing won two awards at the Homecare Awards last week : High Commendation in the…
Rejecting The Move to Institutional Care
Why more and more elderly people are rejecting institutional care, turning their backs on the traditional care home and opting…
So you thought live-in care was expensive?
Live-in carer fees compare favourably with residential care homes, especially for couples. Here, we explain how misconceptions about the price…
The Important Role of Pets in the Lives of Older People
As we get older, we need to carefully consider our living arrangements and what makes us feel happy and protected.…
The Stages of Dementia
Dementia (also known as major neurocognitive disorder) is not a disease in itself but can be due to many reasons…
Parkinson’s Disease Progression – What To Watch Out For
When you are told you have Parkinson’s Disease it is natural to worry about what the future holds. No doubt…