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 13, 2023 Mental Health

Supporting someone with a mental illness

‘1 in 4 people experience mental health problems’ NHS Whether you are a family member, friend or carer supporting someone with a mental illness can be challenging at times. You would know how to take care of a loved one with a cold, but […]

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May 11, 2023 Cancer Care

Caring for a loved one with cancer

Supporting a loved one or family member that has cancer can be extremely difficult. Contraction and treatment of cancer can be a very draining ordeal for the patient. Pain can occur in multiple stages. The discomfort that this can bring can be very severe […]

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April 28, 2023 Training

Central Line training course

Our nurses at Cavendish Homecare are trained to the highest standard. We ensure they are kept up-to-date, knowledgeable, and well-equipped when caring for our clients. As part of our ongoing commitment to both our nurses and clients we undertake a number of courses internally. […]

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April 25, 2023 Alzheimer’s Care

Caring for a parent with dementia at home

When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, the transition of caring for them at home can often become difficult to deal with, however, prepared you might feel. Fully understanding dementia and how it may affect someone’s life can make caring for a senior […]

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April 21, 2023 Charities

Cavendish Homecare participated in the Virtual TCS London Marathon!

Virtual TCS Marathon Cavendish Homecare Professionals and Cavendish Professionals’ team participated in the Virtual TCS London Marathon yesterday, trekking along the Kent coastline for 26.2 miles. Despite facing unfavourable weather conditions, the team remained motivated and supported each other to cross the finish line together. It […]

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April 17, 2023 Palliative care

5 stages of palliative care

What is palliative care? If you have an illness that cannot be cured, palliative care makes you as comfortable as possible by managing your pain and other distressing symptoms. It also involves psychological, social and spiritual support for you and your family or carers. This […]

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April 15, 2023 New Research

Mobile Health Apps – what are the advantages?

Mobile Technology Mobile health apps are slowly becoming the ‘norm’ to provide better healthcare and health facilities at the fingertips of the user. There are a wide range of mobile apps that can benefit a person’s health needs. These range from tracking your sleeping […]

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April 14, 2023 Parkinsons Care

A guide to Parkinson’s disease

What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the nervous system. It is where parts of the brain becomes progressively damaged over time due to the malfunction of vital nerve cells in the brain. Caring for someone with Parkinson’s […]

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April 12, 2023 Awards

The Great British Care Awards – National Finalists

What is The Great British Care Awards? The Great British Care Awards is a series of regional events held across the United Kingdom that seek to acknowledge and celebrate excellence in the care sector. These awards recognise and pay tribute to individuals who have […]

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