Advice & Guidance
What does palliative care mean for cancer patients?
Palliative care often gets confused with end of life care, but the two are different, even if they offer similar things. For cancer patients, palliative care is an integral part of treatment.”
How to become a home care nurse
“Becoming a home care nurse is a career choice for people who want to provide care for others in the comfort of the patient’s own home, during or after a period of illness.”
Maintaining a healthy mind
“Mental health in the past has been a little under the radar in terms of how well it is understood and treated.”
Home care for all ages
“There are a few misconceptions around home care. From who can receive it, to the various services available, not enough people understand what is possible regarding homecare support.”
What not to do after a hip replacement
“A hip replacement is a common operation to replace a damaged hip joint. It replaces the joint with an artificial one.”
The Benefits of Home Care
“This guide is to help you when considering home care for a loved one. It may be that you are looking for options to complement the care that you are providing for them.”
How to Help a Person with Depression
“At times in our lives, we can sometimes become more susceptible to illness and see a decline in our health.”
How to Find a Private Live in Carer in London?
“Making the decision to employ a live-in carer to offer 24/7 care and support to a loved one is not one you’ll take lightly.”
When Should Someone Be Offered Palliative Care?
“Palliative care is something offered to a wide range of people. But what exactly is it? And how do you know when the time is right to offer it?”
Great Holidays to Take Your Elderly Parents on
“Family holidays are the ideal opportunity to bring together older and younger generations….”
Home Care Plan for the 5 Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
“In this guide, we’ll look at the five stages of Parkinson’s and how a home care plan can support treatment from your doctor….”
Seasonal Food Alternatives for Cancer Patients
“Find out suitable seasonal foods for cancer patients to enjoy during festivities….”
Parkinson’s Friendly Home Activities for the Family
“Find out about the family friendly Parkinson’s activities for the family at home….”
The Future of Home Nursing Care: What Might 2030 Bring?
“It’s impossible to predict the future, but with developments in technology and AI (artificial intelligence) across the medical profession, it’s hard to imagine that home nursing will go unaffected….”
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…”
What Home Care Essential Products Are You Missing?
“As we get older, there are numerous tools and products available to help us to perform day-to-day tasks. Sometimes our mobility isn’t what it was, so we can use a walker or a walking stick to help us…”
How to Get the Most Out of Your Respite Care
“When you are a caregiver for a loved one, you may sometimes need to take a short break. This could be for a holiday, to take some time for yourself – to attend to personal matters or simply relax and recharge…”
Simple Dementia Care Anyone Can Give
“Caring for someone with dementia can be mentally and physically exhausting — but equally rewarding. The good news is that there are a lot of ways people with dementia can be cared for that anyone can do…”
What to Expect From a Palliative Home Care Plan
“ You can choose to have a live-in carer or receive regular home visits. And when you are looking for palliative home care you will need to ask questions to help you find the best fit for you or a loved one…”
Post-Surgery Recovery at Home Advice
“If you or a loved one needs to go into hospital for an operation, no matter how minor, there will be a period of post surgery recovery following it. The time it takes to fully recover will depend on the type of operation, the anaesthetic given and your health prior to having the surgery….”
Questions to Ask When Looking for Home Nursing
“Getting the right care for a loved one is vital. Whether respite, cancer or palliative care, you need the answers to various questions…”
Post-hospital Care – What to Do Before Transitioning Back Home
“When a relative goes into hospital, for something routine or an unplanned visit, it can be a worrying time. As well as considering the treatment and care they receive, you must think about what will happen when it is time for them to return home….”