Articles and Advice

Read about all things homecare below, including the latest care industry articles, advice, and company announcements, curated by the Cavendish Homecare Team.

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January 18, 2024 Respite Care

How to get the most out of your respite care

When should I consider respite care? Sometimes, caring for someone else can mean we put our own needs to the back of our minds. But it’s important to take a break every now and again and look after yourself. Many experts recommend that you […]

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January 18, 2024 Homecare Services

What home care essential products are you missing?

As we get older, there are numerous tools and products available to help us to perform day-to-day tasks. Sometimes our mobility isn’t what it was, so we can use a walker or a walking stick to help us. If dining has become trickier, there […]

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January 18, 2024 Parkinsons Care

Parkinson’s friendly home activities for the family

According to EPDA, some people with Parkinson’s say that their symptoms ease to some extent when they are focused on creative therapies. While Parkinson’s sufferers can often feel frustrated at their inability to keep up with the rest of their families, there are plenty […]

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January 18, 2024 Cancer Care

Nutritious seasonal foods suitable for cancer patients

Maintaining nutrition for your body is particularly important for those undergoing cancer treatment. Not least because the disease and the subsequent treatments can harm your appetite and change your body’s tolerance of specific foods. Ensuring your body receives the nutrients it needs to maintain […]

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January 18, 2024 Post-Hospital Care

What not to do after a hip replacement

A hip replacement is a common operation to replace a damaged hip joint. It replaces the joint with an artificial one. According To the NHS: “Adults of any age can be considered for a hip replacement, although most are carried out on people between […]

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January 18, 2024 Homecare Services

Personalised homecare for all ages

There are a few misconceptions around home care. From who can receive it, to the various services available, not enough people understand what is possible regarding homecare support. Here, we expand on what the term home care can actually cover and show you how […]

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January 16, 2024 Palliative care

Palliative care for cancer patients

What is palliative care? Palliative care is care given to improve the quality of life of your loved ones who have a serious or life-threatening disease, such as cancer. Palliative care adopts a holistic approach to care that addresses your loved one as a […]

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January 16, 2024 Post-Hospital Care

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Antibiotic resistance threatens the lives of millions of people around the world. Antibiotic resistance leads to higher medical costs, longer hospital stays and increased deaths. Because we are constantly exposed to bacteria that can be harmful to our health. People who have undergone medical […]

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January 14, 2024 Live-In Care

Benefits of live-in care

What is Live-in Care? Live-in Care is where one of our professionally trained Registered Nurses or Carers lives with you in your own home. The Registered Nurse or Carer will be in your home full-time, seven days a week. Therefore, there is always care […]

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