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How much does an hourly carer earn

How much does an hourly carer earn

19 May 2023.
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 an hourly care service in London and are looking for professional hourly carers to join our team. If you’re passionate about providing the best possible care, we think there’s nowhere better to work than The Good Care Group. We believe in fair pay for our dedicated hourly care workers. We pay our carers between £13.50 – £15 per hour, depending on their experience. We are proud to say that we are one of the few care providers in the UK ...
Support and encouragement from live-in carers

Support and encouragement from live-in carers

10 May 2023.
We’re thrilled to share the heartwarming story of Irene and the impact our live-in carers have had on her life! Almost a year ago, Irene fell and broke her hip. But with the help of our excellent carers, she received the support and encouragement she needed to make a full recovery and look forward to the next stage of her life in new surroundings. Her son has expressed his gratitude and said, “I would like to thank you and the whole team on behalf of Irene and the family for the great service which you have provided. You have enabled her rehabilitation and mobilisation and, crucially, to maintain her independence and positive attitude towards life. It has also given us ...
Do you want to work at The Good Care Group? Hear from our carers

Do you want to work at The Good Care Group? Hear from our carers

09 May 2023.
At The Good Care Group people are at the heart of everything we do. To ensure we continue to be an employer of choice, every year we send out a survey to our Professional Carers to understand how our teams feel about working with us. You may be asking yourself, why The Good Care Group? Hearing what our carers say may help answer that question. Our Recruitment Process  We have a seamless recruitment process from completion of your application, through to your offer of employment. Our recruiters are there to help you every step of the way. It could take as little as 24 hours to get an offer! “The recruitment process was smooth and straightforward.” “The interviewer was friendly ...
Live-in care has given me a sense of independence

Live-in care has given me a sense of independence

01 Dec 2022.
Ella is part of the Marketing team at The Good Care Group, and wanted to accompany Karen, Care Manager, on one of her visits to meet a carer named Hani, who is celebrating her clients three-year anniversary with us.   “I have worked in the care industry for a number of years, and I really wanted to join a care manager on a visit to meet a carer and client, witness their connection, and experience what it’s like to receive live-care in your own home. Care manager Karen covers our care packages in the North West, which is local to me. “I was eager to meet Hani and learn about her experience as a live-in carer, as well as her ...
A landmark study confirms healthy eating and exercise are the key to good health in old age

A landmark study confirms healthy eating and exercise are the key to good health in old age

22 Nov 2021.
A landmark study run over 35 years has revealed that a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk of ill health and disease in old age. A landmark study run over 35 years has revealed that a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk of ill health and disease in old age. The study, funded jointly by the Medical Research Council, the Alzheimer’s Society and the British Heart Foundation, is the largest of its kind. Started in 1979, the study has recorded the lifestyles of 2,500 men from Caerphilly, Wales at regular intervals. At the beginning of the study, the men were asked to eat well, keep trim, exercise regularly and refrain from smoking. Every five years, their diet, weight, ...
Helping loved ones with dementia enjoy Christmas

Helping loved ones with dementia enjoy Christmas

07 Nov 2019.
Make the festive season inclusive for the whole family by taking simple steps to ensure loved ones with dementia enjoy Christmas too. Christmas is a lonely time for many older people. And, with a condition like dementia, older people can inadvertently become even more isolated. Dementia contributes to confusion, memory loss and behavioural changes – all of which can make normal interaction more challenging. How can I ensure loved ones with dementia enjoy Christmas? Your loved one’s unique needs and preferences will form a major part of the Christmas planning process. However, these are some of the more general steps to think about: 1. Involve them in simple activities Your loved one might well be used to contributing to, or ...

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