Awareness Archives - The Good Care Group

Awareness Archives - The Good Care Group

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Summer Family Holidays: Who Looks After Mum/Dad?

Posted 23 Jul 2026

Summer Family Holidays: Who Looks After Mum/Dad?

For many families, the summer holidays are something to look forward to. But if you’re also caring for an ageing parent or loved one, booking a holiday can bring an unexpected feeling of guilt. Questions like “Who will look after

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Hydration and nutrition week 2026: staying hydrated as we age

Posted 18 Mar 2026

Hydration and nutrition week 2026: staying hydrated as we age

Water is essential for many important processes in our body. From supporting our blood system in carrying essential glucose, oxygen, and nutrients to cells – to our kidneys getting rid of waste products we no longer need. It even lubricates

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World Stroke Day 2025: recovering well at home

Posted 29 Oct 2025

World Stroke Day 2025: recovering well at home

Every five minutes, someone in the UK will experience a stroke. For those living with the effects of a stroke, recovery can feel like a slow and daunting process. Yet with the right support, we’ve seen many people go on

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World Mental Health Day: how home care helps reduce loneliness

Posted 10 Oct 2025

World Mental Health Day: how home care helps reduce loneliness

According to Age UK, almost one million older people in the UK are lonely. Loneliness can affect anyone, regardless of age. But while most of us experience these negative feelings occasionally, persistent loneliness can take a toll on our mental

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Natalie’s story: living well with dementia

Posted 10 Sep 2025

Natalie’s story: living well with dementia

For many families supporting a loved one living with dementia, the thought of planning a day out can feel daunting. While it’s normal for questions around safety, comfort, and unpredictability to surface, with the right preparation (and a little creativity),

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Dying Matters Awareness Week 2025

Posted 24 Apr 2025

Dying Matters Awareness Week 2025

Discussing topics related to death, dying, and bereavement can be a challenging and uncomfortable task for many individuals. Sometimes, it can be difficult to find the right words to express oneself in such situations. However, Hospice UK’s Dying Matters campaign

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Care Sector News Review: February

Posted 28 Oct 2019

Care Sector News Review: February

Find out all the latest news regarding care services, medical research and awareness initiatives with The Good Care Group. Welcome back for the February edition of Care Sector News Review. Each month, we’ll bring you a digest of the latest

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