To care home or home care? Given the choice, most people would choose to remain at home whilst receiving care. However, due in part to a lack of understanding about the viability and benefits of live in care, many people think that moving into a care home is the only...
What is an acquired brain injury? An acquired brain injury (ABI) is an injury to the brain which occurs after birth. It may occur due to a traumatic injury caused by an impact to the head or because of a tumour, stroke or brain haemorrhage, to name a few. What are the...
It is common knowledge that regular exercise is important for general health and well being. Exercise can improve mood and decrease feelings of depression, anxiety and stress among other benefits. However, for people with Dementia exercise can become increasingly...
The increasing prevalence of Dementia As our ageing population continues to increase, Dementia is fast becoming the health and social care challenge of the 21st century. The NHS estimates that 850,000 people have dementia in the UK today. By 2020 the total number is...
As we age we may need some extra support to help us remain living comfortably and safely in our own homes. However, admitting that home care is required is rarely forthcoming from elderly people due to their strong desire to remain in control of their lives for as...
How long have you worked in care for? Catherine: I have worked in care for 22 years across the whole of the care sector with people of all ages. My first experience of care delivery was at the age of just 15 when I did a work experience placement at a local...
