A new survey, conducted by the charity Campaign to End Loneliness, has found that 20% of people over 60 experience loneliness and feel that they have no one to reach out to. A new survey, conducted by the charity Campaign
New figures released by charity Age UK reveal over a million people struggle with basic daily tasks but have no help from government or local councils. New figures released by charity Age UK have revealed that over a million people
Health secretary Jeremy Hunt has urged people to provide care for their elderly relatives and friends where needed. But is his argument taking in the full issue? In a recent speech, the health secretary Jeremy Hunt urged people to keep
A study by Age UK has found that the number of elderly people “trapped” in hospital has increased, due to a lack of available ongoing care and support. A study by charity Age UK has found that the NHS lost
Relatives of people with dementia who pass away in care homes are facing long delays before they can hold a funeral. The delays are being caused by regulations on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. Many relatives of people with dementia who
A new report released by charities Age UK and Carers UK claims that elderly carers are not getting the support they need and subsequently caring for their loved ones is damaging their health. A new report released by charities Age
A new report has revealed that staff in care homes are resorting to involving the police when they cannot cope with care home residents. In one case, a 90-year-old dementia sufferer was detained in police cells after a row with
Insurer Zurich has announced it will start selling policies designed to help cover care costs, the Financial Times has reported. Insurer Zurich has announced it will start selling policies designed to help cover care costs, the Financial Times has reported.
Figures have revealed that more than half a million council care visits lasted less than five minutes each, raising concern for the welfare and dignity of elderly people. Figures obtained under the Freedom of Information Act have revealed that more
An investigation by the Daily Mail has revealed the reality of ‘indignity’ and ‘suffering’ in the council-funded home care system. An investigation by the Daily Mail has revealed the reality of ‘indignity’ and ‘suffering’ in the council-funded home care system.