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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March 10, 2023 Private Nursing

Respite care needed for sandwich carers

Caring for a loved one is a profound act of love and dedication, but it can also be a significant challenge. The emotional, physical, and financial demands placed on a carer can be immense, often leading to burnout and stress. Respite care offers a […]

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March 9, 2023 End of Life Care

What 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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March 6, 2023 Alzheimer’s Care

Wearable technology detecting Alzheimer’s

Wearable technology, like smartwatches and fitness trackers, has rapidly grown in popularity, offering a simple way to monitor our health by counting steps and tracking sleep. Now, researchers are harnessing this technology for a groundbreaking purpose: detecting the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. The […]

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February 25, 2023 Diabetes Care

Understanding cholesterol and the power of a balanced lifestyle

Living a truly healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy, but it’s incredibly rewarding. It’s about much more than just avoiding illness; it’s about feeling good, having energy, and boosting your overall well-being. At the heart of this lies a crucial understanding of what our bodies […]

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February 15, 2023 Charities

British Heart Foundation

British Heart Foundation Cavendish Homecare are proud supporters of the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The BHF is a leading research charity, in the United Kingdom, supporting heart and circulatory diseases. BHF raise money to research cures and treatments and have funded over £100 million […]

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February 15, 2023 Affiliations

Implementing John’s Campaign in our care

Embracing John’s Campaign for dementia care At Cavendish Homecare we are not only inspired, but we are adapting the John’s Campaign approach into our care systems. Our nurses and carers all understand the level of care that is required for all patients and their […]

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February 15, 2023 Affiliations

The Outstanding Society

Cavendish Professionals Homecare are proud contributors and members of the “Outstanding Society” – appearing on their website and also in the new GO (Good Outstanding) 2022 guide of best practice. The Outstanding Society (OS), founded in 2018, was formed by a small group of adult […]

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January 18, 2023 Holiday Care Support

Great things to pack when travelling with elderly parents

Travelling with elderly parents or relatives can bring additional challenges to a holiday plan. In this guide, we will help you to pack and prepare for the trip, giving you peace of mind. __________________________________________________________ Cavendish Top Items to Pack Waterproof clothing Supportive, comfortable footwear […]

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January 11, 2023 Awareness Days

Staying mentally healthy this January

Many will be starting their January health kicks including Dry January, Veganuary and new fitness phases. However many of these do not focus solely on your mental health. When improving your overall health it is important to take steps to improve your mental health. […]

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