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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May 27, 2021 Dementia Care

What is Lewy Body Dementia?

There are over 400 different types of dementia. Following Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia is Lewy body dementia. Experts believe that this form of the disease accounts for 10 to 15 percent of all dementia cases. Similar to other forms of dementia, LBD is […]

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May 12, 2021 Homecare Services

Happy International Nurses Day

Celebrating International Nurses Day We would like to wish a Happy International Nurses day to all the hardworking nurses around the world including our nurses, nurse managers and carers who support our clients. Your contribution to our clients is what allows Cavendish Homecare to […]

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May 10, 2021 Palliative care

Dying 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. This years Dying Matters Awareness Week is […]

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May 6, 2021 Diabetes Care

Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes

What is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood to become too high. It can cause symptoms like excessive thirst, needing to urinate a lot and tiredness. It can also increase […]

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May 4, 2021 Health and Wellness

Asthma management in children

In recent decades, CO2 and pollution levels have been on the increase, especially for those who live in major metropolitan areas.  The dust, smoke particles and traffic fumes can be devastating to a person’s lungs, children are even more at risk, as their lungs […]

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April 29, 2021 Parkinsons Care

Early onset Parkinson’s Disease

What is early-onset Parkinson’s Disease? Early-onset Parkinson’s Disease is when you or a loved one who is 21-50 years old receives a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. It can also be referred to as young-onset Parkinson’s disease. While the symptoms of the disease are mostly […]

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April 23, 2021 Dementia Care

Playlist for Life – music and dementia charity

Playlist for Life As dementia develops over time, different parts of the brain are affected and so will different aspects of a person’s life and abilities. Common areas that may become difficult include memory, someone’s sense of time and space, language and communication. Playlist […]

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April 8, 2021 Health and Wellness

Home adaptations for someone living with Arthritis

What is arthritis? Arthritis is a common condition that causes joint pain and inflammation. Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis, some daily tasks such as cooking, bathing, doing laundry and moving around the house can become a real challenge. Adapting your […]

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March 29, 2021 Dementia Care

Engaging activities for a loved one living with dementia

Living with dementia doesn’t mean your loved one has to stop doing the things they enjoy. There are all sorts of activities – physical, mental, social and creative – that help your loved one live well with dementia and improve wellbeing. Furthermore, if you […]

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