BackCavendish Homecare celebrates World Alzheimer’s Day
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Music over medicine Personalised playlists from the “Memory Bump” (ages 10–30) can spark memories and joy, even when verbal communication is lost. Carers are essential Groups like John’s Campaign advocate for the vital role of family, ensuring they have the right […]
Read moreWhat is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Scope and timing Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is specifically for end-of-life care. Settings Both can be delivered at home, in hospitals, hospices, or care facilities, with homecare offering comfort in […]
Read morePalliative care for dementia
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Palliative dare in dementia Palliative care for dementia focuses on symptom management and enhancing quality of life from early stages through to end-of-life, addressing physical pain, agitation, and emotional distress to ensure the individual’s comfort. Holistic and integrated support Effective care […]
Read moreWho is involved in the hospital discharge process?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Roles in hospital discharge planning The discharge process involves a multidisciplinary team, including coordinators who manage logistics like transport and equipment, and district nurses who provide clinical home visits for tasks such as wound dressings or catheter care. Community and specialist […]
Read moreCavendish Homecare embrace St. Christopher’s Lantern Model
At Cavendish Homecare, we pride ourselves on delivering the best possible care to all our clients and patients. Currently with increased demands for palliative and end of life care, we are evolving and developing these essential services. We are working with St. Christopher’s hospice […]
Read morePalliative care for heart failure
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Holistic symptom management Palliative care helps manage breathlessness, fatigue, swelling, pain, and anxiety, improving comfort for people with advanced heart failure. Early planning and conversations Discussing care preferences and treatment goals early ensures that patients’ wishes are respected and informs decisions […]
Read moreWhat does end of life care mean?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Focus on comfort and dignity End-of-life care prioritises keeping your loved one comfortable, supported, and at peace, often at home, while respecting their wishes. Changing needs Patients may require practical care, emotional support, and grief guidance, while caregivers may need respite […]
Read moreWorld Suicide Prevention Day
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Global awareness and action Observed on the 10th September, World Suicide Prevention Day aims to reduce stigma and encourage early mental health intervention to address the global crisis affecting over 700,000 people annually. Vital support networks Organisations like Cruse Bereavement and […]
Read moreCare England collaboration
Cavendish Homecare is delighted to announce an exciting collaboration with Care England. We have long admired the excellent work that Care England provides and as one of the most recognised voices in the care sector. In recent times, they have been particularly prominent through […]
Read moreTypes of palliative care
Palliative care is a specialised approach that helps people with a serious illness feel as comfortable as possible. It focuses on managing symptoms like pain and also provides emotional, social, and spiritual support for both the patient and their family. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways The […]
Read moreThe Lantern Model
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Integration of the Lantern Model Cavendish Homecare is among the first UK providers to adopt the Lantern Model, an innovative, nurse-led framework for palliative and end-of-life care developed in collaboration with St. Christopher’s Hospice. A holistic and person-centred approach The model […]
Read moreGreat British Care Awards 2021
Great British Care Awards We are delighted to share that we were been nominated for a number of awards at the Great British Care Awards in 2021. These awards included The Homecare Manager Award, Care Employer Award, Homecare Co-Ordinator, Care Assessor/Planner and Housing with […]
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