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Winners at The Scottish Care at Home & Housing Support Awards

Posted 29 May 2023

Winners at The Scottish Care at Home & Housing Support Awards

On Friday 19th May, members of our Scotland team attended The Care at Home & Housing Support Awards. It was a great opportunity to get together in person woth other providers, celebrating all of the finalists winners and hear their
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Benefits and entitlements for the elderly

Posted 24 May 2023

Benefits and entitlements for the elderly

Understanding what benefits and entitlements we are entitled to as we get older can be a confusing and daunting task. With so many different options available, it can be difficult to know where to start and what you may be
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How to Keep the Elderly Warm in Bed

Posted 24 May 2023

How to Keep the Elderly Warm in Bed

As we get older, our bodies go through several changes that can make us more susceptible to the cold. The elderly, in particular, are more likely to feel the effects of low temperatures, especially when they are in bed at
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What is a care needs assessment?

Posted 23 May 2023

What is a care needs assessment?

Needing extra care and support to maintain independence and quality of life can happen at any stage in life. If you find that you need extra support to live a full and independent life at home, there are care funding
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How much does an hourly carer earn

Posted 19 May 2023

How much does an hourly carer earn

In the UK, the average wage for hourly carers is around £12 per hour. This rate is often dependent on several factors, such as qualifications, experience, and the region in which carers work. At The Good Care Group, we have
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Supporting clients who experience sundowning

Posted 05 May 2023

Supporting clients who experience sundowning

Our resident dementia expert Dr Jane Pritchard, explains what is meant by ‘sundowning’ in dementia and helpful tips on reducing discomfort and distress. ‘Sundowning’ is the name given to when people with dementia become more confused, anxious or distressed during
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MS Awareness Week 2023

Posted 20 Apr 2023

MS Awareness Week 2023

Multiple Sclerosis is a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord, causing problems with vision, arm or leg movement and sensation or balance. Most people are diagnosed between the ages of 20-40 but can affect younger and older
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World Poetry Day – Working in Care

Posted 04 Apr 2023

World Poetry Day – Working in Care

At The Good Care Group, to celebrate World Poetry Day we created a competition for our carers. This was the perfect opportunity to get creative and write a poem. It was also a lovely activity for our clients to get
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HealthInvestor Awards 2023 Finalist

Posted 07 Mar 2023

HealthInvestor Awards 2023 Finalist

The HealthInvestor Awards focuses on recognising achievement in the business of healthcare by offering the opportunity to showcase businesses expertise and commitment to what is an increasingly important sector to the UK economy.  We are pleased to announce that The
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Nathan runs for Dementia UK

Posted 01 Mar 2023

Nathan runs for Dementia UK

Nathan Cherokoff, Head of Client Services at The Good Care Group, has decided to put himself through his paces by running London’s Landmark Half Marathon in aid of Dementia UK. Nathan describes himself as a “very part-time runner” but he
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