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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November 16, 2024 Respite Care

How respite care can help over Christmas

Challenges over the Christmas period Christmas is approaching once again and for those who will be choosing to see their families over the Christmas period, they will be organising things from gifts to food. However, if one of your family members is receiving care, […]

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November 15, 2024 Homecare Services

Homecare over Christmas

With Christmas soon approaching, it is a great opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones. Despite this, it can also be a worrying time for families with loved ones who are receiving care and have specific requirements which can make things a little […]

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November 12, 2024 New Research

Mobile robo-surgeons and keyhole surgery

What is keyhole surgery? Keyhole surgery, also known as laparoscopy, is a type of surgical procedure. The procedure allows a surgeon to access parts of the body without having to make large incisions in the skin. When is keyhole surgery used? Keyhole surgery is […]

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November 8, 2024 Health and Wellness

How to stay healthy this winter

Cold weather can be a challenging time to stay healthy. With increasingly unpredictable weather, it is important to think about the precautions you can take. Frequent hand washing A great way to stop viruses from spreading and avoid catching a dreaded cold or flu […]

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November 7, 2024 Awareness Days

Stress Awareness Week

To raise awareness about stress prevention that was established in 1998, International Stress Awareness Week was created in 2018 which has since developed into a major annual event. It focuses on stress management while campaigning against the stigma associated with mental health issues and […]

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November 7, 2024 Mental Health

Can you make someone get help with their mental health?

Signs your loved one may be struggling with their mental health If you have noticed that someone’s behaviour has become atypical for an extended period of time, it may be an indication that professional help is needed. They may not be willing to talk […]

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November 6, 2024 Parkinsons Care

Parkinson’s – what is the future?

What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s is a condition that progressively damages parts of the brain over many years. People with Parkinson’s experience involuntary shaking, slow movement, and muscle inflexibility. An estimated 145,000 people in the UK have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s.   […]

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October 31, 2024 Dementia care

What you need to know about vascular dementia

When receiving a dementia diagnosis, it is common to experience a range of emotions such as shock, disbelief, stress, hopelessness and sometimes relief. Some may struggle to deal with these emotions and may feel afraid about the future and the impact the diagnosis will […]

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October 29, 2024 Cancer Care

International Brain Tumour Awareness Week

How are foundations across the world raising awareness? Recognised worldwide, many countries are engaging in their activities to raise awareness. Here are a few examples of how some foundations are supporting brain tumour research. Brain Tumour Ireland Leading national charity Brain Tumour Ireland are […]

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