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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.
September 23, 2023 Dementia Care
Palliative care for heart failure
What is heart failure? Heart failure is a is a gradual weakening of the heart and chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively around the body as well as it should. This does not mean that the heart has […]
Read moreSeptember 21, 2023 Palliative care
What are end of life signs?
End of life signs final hours The body initiates its inherent process of gradually slowing down all of its functions. The duration of this process varies from one individual to another, spanning hours to possibly days. As the person approaches the end of life, […]
Read moreSeptember 21, 2023 Alzheimer’s Care
World Alzheimer’s Day
World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21st, a day dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. “Never too early, never too late” This year’s theme, “Never too early, never too late,” highlights the critical importance of understanding risk factors and […]
Read moreSeptember 19, 2023 Palliative care
Palliative care benefits
Palliative care enhances the quality of life for both patient and their families who confront the challenges of life-threatening illnesses, encompassing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. Caregivers also experience an improved quality of life. Each year, approximately 56.8 million individuals, including 25.7 million […]
Read moreSeptember 19, 2023 COVID-19
Palliative care for patients with Covid-19
What is palliative care? The World Health Organisation describes palliative care as an approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing a life-threatening illness. This is done through the prevention and relief of suffering. Our article on ‘What is […]
Read moreSeptember 10, 2023 End of Life Care
What does end of life care mean?
In the final stages of a terminal illness, it can become evident that in spite of the best care, attention, and treatment, your loved one is approaching the end of their life. At this point many focus on changes to make their loved one […]
Read moreSeptember 8, 2023 Uncategorized
World Suicide Prevention Day
What is World Suicide Prevention Day? On September 10th, people around the world come together to observe World Suicide Prevention Day. This event serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health and the urgent need to globally reduce suicide numbers. By […]
Read moreSeptember 6, 2023 Palliative care
Types of palliative care
What is palliative care? End of life care includes 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 […]
Read moreSeptember 6, 2023 Palliative care
Palliative care for COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a complex and progressive lung condition that affects millions worldwide. Living with COPD can be a challenging journey, marked by breathlessness, persistent coughing, and declining lung function. While medical treatments play a pivotal role in managing COPD, the […]
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