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Read about all things homecare below, including the latest care industry articles, advice, and company announcements, curated by the Cavendish Homecare Team.
July 22, 2026 Affiliations
Cavendish Homecare partners with GaitSmart
Cavendish Homecare is delighted to announce an exciting collaboration with GaitSmart, a pioneer in digital health technology. What does this mean for clients? This partnership brings cutting-edge clinical technology directly into the home. Clients will benefit from a bespoke mobility plan tailored to their […]
Read moreJuly 22, 2026 Domiciliary Care
How to Find a Private Nurse
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Bespoke care at home Private nursing allows you to recover from surgery, manage long-term conditions, or receive palliative support in your own familiar, comfortable surroundings. Essential regulatory benchmark When selecting an agency, always verify that they are regulated by the Care […]
Read moreJune 18, 2026 End of Life Care
How to deal with the stages of grief?
Grief involves coping with loss in major life events such as death, divorce, loss of a home or relationship. Everyone grieves differently but there are common responses that can be useful to recognise when facing a loss. Those facing the end of life or […]
Read moreMay 26, 2026 Domiciliary Care
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Private Nurse?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Flexible nursing schedules Fees are calculated based on the precise scheduling your family requires. This ranges from targeted hourly visits for complex treatments up to premium, dedicated 24/7 live-in nursing care. Transparent, bespoke consultation Rather than offering rigid, one-size-fits-all packages, Cavendish […]
Read moreMay 7, 2026 Motor Neurone Disease Care
Redefining independence: A comprehensive guide to home-based care
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Support helps you stay in charge Independence is not about struggling alone. It’s about using the right help so your health doesn’t take over your life. Make the home work for you Your house should fit your life, not the other […]
Read moreMay 6, 2026 Holiday Care Support
Holiday destinations for older travellers
Organising family holidays that cater to older and younger generations alike can be a truly enriching experience, offering fresh perspectives and a change of scenery for everyone, especially for parents in their later years. Planning ahead is crucial, particularly when considering the needs of […]
Read moreApril 17, 2026 Dementia care
Palliative care for dementia
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Palliative care 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 moreApril 9, 2026 Homecare Services
What is a living will? A guide to advance directives
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways What a living will is A living will is a document used to list medical treatments you do not want in the future. In the UK, its official name is an Advanced Decision to Refuse Treatment (ADRT). It allows you to […]
Read moreMarch 16, 2026 End of Life Care
5 stages of palliative care
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways It is not just for the final days Palliative care is a broad support system that can begin at the point of diagnosis and last for years, often running alongside curative treatments to manage symptoms and stress. Focuses on quality of […]
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