Baking life better

    Living with dementia does not necessarily mean people no longer enjoy hobbies and activities. When Professional live-in Carer Cheryl  discovered how much her client ‘J’,  who is living with dementia, used to enjoy cooking and baking for her family and friends from her local parish, she sprang into action to help J take up the once-loved activity. J had a clear recollection of how much she loved baking, she just wasn’t able to do it on her own, all she needed was a little support and encouragement. Cheryl explains: “J wanted to make a cake independently, so I tried not to interfere and be there just to assist when needed. It was important to J to make this ...

What are the alternatives to pet rehoming?

Getting older and having more complex care needs can bring about a tough decision if you have a pet at home. Getting older and having more complex care needs can bring about a tough decision if you have a pet at home. If you’re thinking about residential care, you’ll want to carefully research the organisation’s policy on animal companions. Unfortunately, not all care homes will be willing to accept a resident who wants to bring their beloved dog, cat or budgie with them. This potential scenario can add extra heartbreak to a situation that is likely already fraught with emotion. And older people may miss out on some of the clear health and wellbeing benefits that pet ownership can bring. ...

How live-in care supports older people living with pets

Learn more about how live-in care enables older people to continue living with pets, and how this arrangement can be beneficial to their quality of life. Living with pets can be a beneficial and enjoyable experience for older people, but there comes a point where taking care of a pet might prove too much of a challenge. This needn’t be the case with live-in care. Your loved one can receive the support they need to keep living with pets – whether it’s an old companion or a new addition. Let’s take a closer look: Separation from a pet Separation from a loved pet is not easy and is also more difficult if this could have been prevented. If you are ...

Enquiry – Floating Button