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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.
The use of technology in palliative care
The rapid growth of digital health technologies has revolutionised many areas of healthcare, and palliative care is no exception. From telemedicine and wearable devices to virtual reality (VR) and digital care platforms, technology is reshaping how care is provided to those with life-limiting illnesses. […]
Read moreCavendish Homecare at the St John’s Hospice Fundraiser
Cavendish Homecare was proud to attend the recent St John’s Hospice Charity fundraising event on the 9th October 2025, an inspiring evening dedicated to raising vital funds for their pioneering Hospice at Home services. The evening was held in the spectacularly beautiful setting of […]
Read moreFinalists in The Palliative and End of Life Care Awards 2025
What are the Palliative Care and End of Life Care awards? Organised by Care Talk magazine, the palliative and end of life care awards serve a vital purpose: they celebrate incredible initiatives led by care professionals in social care and hospices that are truly […]
Read moreCommunicating end-of-life wishes
Talking about death with loved ones is one of the most difficult discussions to have, however, having open conversations about end-of-life wishes can help everyone involved. This is often avoided because we naturally want to protect each other’s feelings. Nonetheless, it is best to […]
Read more5 stages of palliative care
Palliative care is a holistic approach to managing a life-limiting or chronic illness, focusing on making the patient as comfortable as possible by addressing their physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. It’s a broad type of care that can begin at any point after […]
Read moreHow 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 morePalliative care for COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a complex and progressive lung condition that affects millions worldwide. Living with COPD can be a challenging journey, marked by breathlessness, persistent coughing, and declining lung function. While medical treatments play a pivotal role in managing COPD, the […]
Read moreEnd-of-life care: Your essential guide
End-of-life care is support for people in the final months of their life. Its primary focus is to help individuals live as comfortably as possible and to die with dignity. This type of care includes managing symptoms, providing practical assistance, addressing spiritual needs, and […]
Read moreDying Matters Awareness Week
Dying Matters believes in an open culture that talks about death, and where people feel able to listen and support those who are planning for their end of life, who are dying and who have been bereaved. Dying Matters Awareness Week is an annual […]
Read moreImportance of spiritual support at end-of-life
Why is spiritual support important at end-of-life? Spiritual support is important at end-of-life for many reasons. Being diagnosed with a terminal illness often causes loved ones to think about death, loss and grief, in ways that haven’t had to before. This type of support […]
Read moreWhat to expect from a palliative homecare plan
Palliative care is medical care for people with serious or terminal illnesses but is often confused with the end of life care. These are two different types of care, but they share some of the same qualities. Many people think that palliative care means […]
Read moreWhat is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Hospice care and palliative care both aim to provide better quality of life and relief from symptoms and side effects for people with a serious illness. Patients who require palliative or hospice care have a team that meets their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual […]
Read moreWhat does end of life care mean?
In the final stages of a terminal illness, it can become evident that, despite the best care and treatment, a loved one is nearing the end of their life. At this point, many people choose to focus on making the person as comfortable as […]
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
Introduction to the Lantern Model Following the successful trial of this innovative international model of palliative and end-of-life care, Cavendish Homecare is now integrating the Lantern Model into services such as palliative homecare. We are among the first providers in the UK to pilot […]
Read moreHomecare plan for the 5 stages of Parkinson’s disease
In this guide, we’ll look at the five stages of Parkinson’s and how a homecare plan can support treatment from your doctor. It is important to note that Parkinson’s disease will affect each person in a unique way. The stages are a guide to […]
Read moreWhen should someone be offered palliative care?
Palliative care is a specialised type of medical care for individuals and their families facing a chronic or life-threatening illness. It takes a holistic approach, aiming to improve quality of life by addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Palliative care is not just […]
Read moreHow can bereavement counselling help?
The loss of someone significant is a moment when support is crucial. Understanding the distinct concepts of grief and bereavement is essential for effective navigation. __________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Grief is personal and unique with no timeline Grief is a natural, highly personal response to […]
Read moreWhat are the principles of palliative care?
What is palliative care? Palliative care is a specialised form of medical support aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with serious, life-limiting illnesses. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines it as “the active total care of patients whose disease is […]
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