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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.
October 30, 2023 Travel Assistance
Travel care assistance
Do you want to visit a family member abroad but feel you can’t because you need assistance? Or are you travelling to or from the UK for a holiday or medical treatment and need medical support? We can help with our travel care assistance […]
Read moreOctober 20, 2023 Palliative care
Importance 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. Spiritual support helps loved […]
Read moreOctober 15, 2023 Palliative care
Differences between palliative hospital care and homecare
Palliative care offers physical, practical, and emotional support to those with a terminal illness and can be offered at any point after a terminal diagnosis. What is Palliative Care? Palliative care can last for years and is a holistic approach aiming to make you […]
Read moreOctober 5, 2023 Hospital Discharge
How Cavendish Homecare can support your discharge from hospital
Getting discharged from hospital after an illness or surgery can be a challenging and daunting experience. Many people are eager to return to the comfort and familiarity of their own homes but may require ongoing care and support during their recovery period. This is […]
Read moreOctober 3, 2023 Palliative care
What to expect from a palliative home care 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 moreOctober 2, 2023 Palliative care
Palliative care FAQs
Palliative care is an approach to improve the quality of life of patients, who are facing a life-limiting and usually progressive illness. Palliative care works to incorporating personalised physical, psychosocial, and spiritual care. The below are some palliative care FAQs asked when patients or […]
Read moreOctober 2, 2023 Homecare Services
What is Palliative Care?
What is palliative care? Palliative care is a specialised medical approach aimed at improving the comfort, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life for individuals diagnosed with terminal illnesses. This comprehensive care focuses on pain management, symptom relief, emotional support, and spiritual guidance, ensuring […]
Read moreSeptember 28, 2023 Homecare Services
What 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 moreSeptember 28, 2023 Palliative care
What are palliative care emergencies?
Unexpected clinical emergencies may arise abruptly in palliative and end-of-life care. If prompt medical intervention is not provided, these emergencies can impact a patient’s well-being and overall quality of life. Additionally, such situations can be highly distressing for both patients and their companions. It […]
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