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Read about all things homecare below, including the latest care industry articles, advice, and company announcements, curated by the Cavendish Homecare Team.
June 1, 2024 Grief and Bereavement
Getting help with grief after bereavement or loss
What is grief? Grief is described as a powerful, sometimes overwhelming feeling for people, often arising from the loss of a loved one or a fatal diagnosis. People who are suffering from grief may find themselves feeling numb and disconnected from normal life. Everyone’s […]
Read moreMay 30, 2024 Private Nursing
How to keep your stoma clean
Having a stoma can be a life-changing experience. Depending on the underlying medical condition, a stoma can be either temporary, allowing the digestive system to heal, or permanent. Ensuring that a stoma is properly maintained and remains healthy is essential for minimising risks and […]
Read moreMay 29, 2024 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 […]
Read moreMay 28, 2024 Cancer Care
What is palliative care for cancer
What is palliative care for cancer Palliative care can be used at any stage of an illness if there are any distressing symptoms, such as pain or sickness. It isn’t limited to hospice or end-of-life scenarios but instead focuses on improving the quality of […]
Read moreMay 28, 2024 Palliative care
Cavendish Homecare embraces “John’s Campaign” approach to care
Dementia and John’s Campaign Dementia is incurable and terminal, yet its progression is not linear. The correct care for someone living with dementia is crucial to avoid causing more distress than a patient may already be experiencing. John’s Campaign understands and respects that individuals […]
Read moreMay 27, 2024 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 […]
Read moreMay 17, 2024 Dementia care
The different types of dementia care
Did you know that someone is diagnosed with dementia every 3 seconds worldwide? In the UK, there are almost 1 million people with dementia; but they will all be at very different stages, with different types of dementia. Because we are all different, and […]
Read moreMay 12, 2024 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 […]
Read moreMay 10, 2024 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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