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choosing the right stairlift

How to choose the right stairlift

by Senior Stairlifts on October 18, 2021

For some people, a stairlift is an essential piece of equipment. It enables an individual with low mobility to move freely in their home and maintain independence. It enables seniors and people with disabilities to stay in the home they know and love. Without a stairlift, some people have to… Read more

dementia nutrition

Dementia and nutrition

by Dr Barbara Sharp on October 7, 2021

Dementia Research

World Alzheimer’s Month: 2021, The tipping point of dementia research

by David Thomas on September 21, 2021

Dementia friendly home

Tips on how to design a dementia-friendly home

by Alison Hughes on September 16, 2021

Christopher Ecclestone supporter of music in dementia care powerof30 campaign

Music for Dementia encourages the UK to listen to 30 minutes of music with a loved one during World Alzheimer’s Month

by Care Choices on September 1, 2021

doctor inserting a hearing aid

How to care for seniors suffering from hearing loss

by London Hearing Specialist on June 22, 2021

walking and dementia

Supporting a person with dementia to walk

by Beth Britton on June 2, 2021

carer breakdown

Recognising when caring responsibilities go beyond your means

by Beth Britton on May 10, 2021

casting your vote

Everyone with a learning disability should feel empowered to love their vote

by Dr Mark Brookes MBE on May 5, 2021

Lasting Power of Attorney image

Everything you need to know about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

by Donna Holmes on April 15, 2021

Elderly lady buying fruit at market

The importance of good nutrition and hydration for the elderly

by Dan Baker on March 29, 2021

Care Dilemma - elderly couple angry with each other

Family care dilemmas: How to support a loved one who doesn’t want support

by Beth Britton on March 17, 2021

man choosing a care home

How to choose a care home during the coronavirus pandemic

by Care Choices on February 25, 2021

older lady at laptop accessing social care

Accessing social care for a relative or as a family carer

by Beth Britton on February 8, 2021

Dignity Action Day: the importance of dignity when delivering care

by Ali Porteous on February 1, 2021

caring during the pandemic

Caring for an older, disabled or seriously ill relative during the pandemic

by Helen Walker on January 25, 2021

looking after the elderly

How to look after & protect the elderly in your community during Winter

by Scott McDougall on November 5, 2020

Ten of the most common will-writing mistakes to avoid

by Jodie Wielgus on October 21, 2020

Elderly man staying positive in winter

5 practical ways to stay positive and engaged through Winter

by Care Choices on October 9, 2020

Older lady looking out of window

Visiting in Care Homes

by Care Choices on October 7, 2020

Remain in your home with a live-in care service

by Caroline Freeman on September 10, 2020

The Importance of Respite Care

by Beth Britton on August 26, 2020

regaining your independence - confident man

Regaining Your Independence Post-Lockdown

by Imogen Clarke on August 4, 2020

Moving into a care home during the coronavirus pandemic

by Beth Britton on June 18, 2020

digital skills for older people

Getting connected – Digital skills for older people

by Beth Britton on March 25, 2020

end of life care plan

Organising a person’s end of life care plan

by Beth Britton on February 10, 2020

loneliness in older people

Combating loneliness amongst older people

by Beth Britton on January 29, 2020

older lady doing a jigsaw puzzle

Reminiscence activities for dementia

by Care Choices on March 18, 2019

Kingsway Care Announces Employee Share Scheme for CareGivers

by Care Choices on October 8, 2021

Virtual cycling event unites older people around the world

by Care Choices on October 1, 2021

integenerational

How the power of intergenerational friendships can enhance the lives of those residing in care homes

by Care Choices on September 28, 2021

Fiesta fun at Birchwood House

Forget a siesta: today residents fiesta as Kent based care home put on a Mexican themed event

by Care Choices on September 27, 2021

Compton Court residents enjoy musical performance

National Day of Arts in Care Homes: Compton Lodge celebrates with ‘Champagne’ performance

by Care Choices on September 23, 2021

Star Baker, Brenda Walton, piped beautiful icing decorations onto each cupcake

‘Baked with Love’ – care home star bakers raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society

by Care Choices on September 20, 2021

New Luxury Droitwich Spa Care Home Creates 65 Jobs for Local People

by Care Choices on September 13, 2021

Doreen before her trip out with the Great Care Company

Coming out of lockdown: Doreen’s story

by Care Choices on September 10, 2021

Leading Lives, finalists in the social enterprise awards

Leading Lives a finalist in the UK Social Enterprise Awards.

by Care Choices on September 9, 2021

edinburgh care home residents day out

Care residents get a taste of the outdoors with first post-lockdown outing

by Care Choices on September 6, 2021

Care home manager sky dives to raise funds for new, interactive technology

by Care Choices on August 19, 2021

Blossom Home Care on a winning streak

by Care Choices on August 13, 2021

Short stay resident Rita Satchwell and wellbeing manager

Care home resident praises staff as Encore Care Homes launches summer short stays initiative

by Care Choices on August 12, 2021

Smiling resident care home cake competition

pladis and NAPA challenge care homes to get creative with their biscuits this Afternoon Tea Week

by Care Choices on August 10, 2021

Lilian Faithful's Garden in Bloom project

Lilian Faithfull Care’s staff and residents make their gardens bloom

by Care Choices on August 5, 2021

Therapy horse copper nuzzles resident Joyce Burrell

Miniature therapy horses bring joy to Bournemouth care home residents

by Care Choices on July 29, 2021

Susan (76), Gay (88), Beryl (81) and Audrey (96) whose friendship came out of the pandemic

Friendships forged in care home as residents support each other during Covid-19

by Care Choices on July 27, 2021

care home residents interact

Fighting loneliness: how interactive play can bring people together in care homes

by John Ramsay on July 15, 2021

Teddy bears picnic

Oaks Nursery children visit Cherry Hinton for a teddy bears picnic

by Care Choices on July 12, 2021

Birchwood House residents medieval feast

Birchwood House travels back in time for marvellous medieval garden party

by Care Choices on July 7, 2021

dementia holiday

Why are so many people with dementia and their family carers missing out on the breaks they so greatly deserve?

by Emma Allenby on July 6, 2021

#CareFor10 wheelchair in countryside

Social Enterprise invites UK public to donate 10,000 minutes of care

by Care Choices on July 5, 2021

Lime Tree House residents on their Zoom call

Lime Tree House residents meet Albion FC Chief Exec, Paul Barber

by Care Choices on June 30, 2021

carehome residents watching tv

Care Home Open Week 2021: TLC Care

by Care Choices on June 29, 2021

Foxholes Gardening club

Hitchin care home relaunches gardening club to bring people together

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Ashview staff celebrate rating

Ashview Nursing Home receives CQC ‘Outstanding’ category rating

by Care Choices on June 28, 2021

westgate residents celebrate pride month

Westgate Healthcare homes support Pride Month

by Care Choices on June 23, 2021

Lilian Faithful garden project

Ready steady garden – Lilian Faithfull Care in Bloom

by Care Choices on June 22, 2021

Matthew Dunnigan father's day advice

Veteran Dad shares words of wisdom ahead of Father’s Day

by Care Choices on June 18, 2021

Activity Coordinator Lea-Ann and resident Anita

Northfleet care home residents get a kick out of 2021 Euros

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older smiling lady on phone

Let’s talk about loneliness

by Care Choices on June 15, 2021

Peggys birthday afternoon tea

Smiles all round at Ebor Court for Peggy’s milestone 101st birthday!

by Care Choices on June 4, 2021

Kitten Dave and the wish tree

Care home residents to be granted wishes

by Care Choices on May 19, 2021

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