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What’s in a care plan?

What’s in a care plan?

05 Sep 2023.
A care plan is a comprehensive document that outlines all of a person’s specific health and social care needs and the actions required to address them. It serves as a roadmap for the care and support a person requires from health care professionals, caregivers, and family members. A detailed and well-crafted care plan includes all the information needed to ensure that a person’s physical, emotional, and social needs are met. By clearly defining the level of care a person requires and how that care will be provided, a care plan ensures all caregivers are always working towards the same goals. Learn more about the importance of care plans, what they include and how they are created and implemented at The ...
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 ...
Dying Matters Awareness Week 2023

Dying Matters Awareness Week 2023

03 May 2023.
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 aims to change this by breaking the stigma surrounding death, challenging preconceptions, and promoting public openness about end-of-life issues. Dying Matters Awareness Week, which is held annually, provides an opportunity for people across the country to encourage their communities to engage in discussions about death and dying in whatever way feels most comfortable for them. This year, Dying Matters Awareness Week will be taking place from 8th – 14th May. Here are some resources to help with grief, bereavement and ...
Care in later life. Should you stay or should you go?

Care in later life. Should you stay or should you go?

09 Mar 2020.
How to decide whether life in a care home is the best choice, or whether live-in care has more to offer. Making the difficult choice between live-in care and a care home There was a time, not so long ago, when reaching the stage in life where you could no longer cope at home meant you had to leave it. The place that you loved, with all its treasures and memories, would be sold to fund the seemingly inevitable move to residential care. Yet given the choice, 97% of us would prefer to continue living at home, where we feel safe, secure and comforted by the things that make it ours. The advent of home care services, ranging from half-hourly ...
Coordinating medical support in the home

Coordinating medical support in the home

07 Nov 2019.
Coordinating medical support for your loved one can be a difficult experience. Especially as many can’t do it for themselves Coordinating medical support for your loved one can be a difficult experience. Especially as many can’t do it for themselves. Combining advice from numerous health professionals and considering domestic needs requires patience, dedication and experience. By using a live-in care provider, your loved one can receive consistent, comprehensive medical support in their own home. This results in more effective condition management, which can improve health outcomes and alleviate stress. Here’s an overview of what defines coordinated care, and how live-in care can help your loved one achieve this while staying in the home environment: What is coordinated medical support? The ...

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