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Jul 6, 2023
Can Telecare Help?
Telecare systems are designed to send a warning to a call centre or a carer if there is a problem or an emergency in the home – such as a...
Jul 5, 2023
Alzheimer's Society
Over 13,000 volunteers have supported Alzheimer’s Society in the past year, enabling them to make a direct and meaningful difference for...
Jul 4, 2023
Did you know you can disregard 50% of your private pension for your spouse?
When a spouse goes into care, a partner who remains at home will often face financial hardship as their expenditure remains unchanged...
Jul 3, 2023
RAF Benevolent Fund
For RAF veterans, including those who served as part of their National Service. The RAF Benevolent Fund is able to help with a social...
Jun 29, 2023
District Nursing Care
District nurses work closely with GPs and can make regular visits to patients and their families at home. They provide help and advice...
Jun 28, 2023
Digital Transformation
The Government has invested in digital transformation within the care system. The aim is for 80% of registered care providers to have a...
Jun 27, 2023
The Need for Advice
Each year around 130,000 people move into a residential care setting of which just under 60,000 are required to self-fund their care...
Jun 26, 2023
What is sheltered housing accommodation?
Sheltered housing is accommodation specifically designed for older or disabled people to allow them to live independently. It usually...
Jun 23, 2023
Self-Funding Subsidy
A recent County Council Network report suggests that those who are paying for their own care are still paying significantly more than...
Jun 22, 2023
Ask our Adviser
"My dad is finding it harder and harder to manage but he is so stubborn, he refuses any help we offer. He does occasionally get a taxi...
Jun 21, 2023
Quote of the Day
“Wisdom doesn't necessarily come with age. Sometimes age just shows up all by itself." - Tom Wilson
Jun 20, 2023
Memory in Care Homes
About 70% of all care home residents have dementia or severe memory problems. Source: Alzheimer’s Society
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