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14 Packing Tips For Carers Coming To The UK

1. Make a list Worried you may forget something essential? Create a list of everything you will need and check items off as you pack. This will ensure all essential items are in your bag and ready to go. 2.

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Report: Self-funded elderly care needs better support

A new report by the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU) on social care has highlighted a need for councils to provide better support for self-funded elderly care. A new report by the Local Government Information Unit (LGiU) on social care has highlighted

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G8 pledge dementia cure or treatment by 2025

Health Ministers meeting for the G8 summit in London have announced their commitment to finding a treatment or cure for dementia as soon as 2025, with the UK announcing it aims to increase research funding to £132m by 2025. Health ...

How to tell people about a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

By speaking to your family, friends and employer about your Alzheimer’s diagnosis, you can prepare for the future Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is a difficult time for anyone. This condition – the most common form of dementia –

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Ways To Keep Fit In Later Life

It’s never too late to get into shape – in fact, the advantages of fitness are often more apparent in later life. Ageing increases the risk of developing health conditions as our bodies begin to slow down. Without actively maintaining

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Making the decision to choose home care

Choosing home care can seem like a daunting task. Not only is there a lot of information to process but it can be a very emotional time for all involved. The decision to enlist the services of a home care

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