Jonathan joined Helping Hands in May 2021 in the middle of the Covid pandemic and has been part of the content team ever since, specialising in creating a great experience for visitors to our website. On weekends, you can find him at the nearest golf course or watching rugby.
Having a conversation with a relative about how they want to spend their final stages of life is rarely easy. Whether it’s due to elderly age or a long-term health condition, talking about end of life care, while difficult, ensures that your loved one is able to live their last days in comfort. By starting […]
As Big Ben struck 11am on November 11th, millions of people gathered at memorial services across the country to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday, and the Cenotaph in London saw wreaths laid to honour those who gave the greatest sacrifice for their country. Among them was Lester (seen pictured on the left), a truly […]
Though practical support is the bread and butter of home care, there are many other reasons a relative can benefit from having a little extra support. Whether it’s help with getting in and out of bed or simply putting on the washing machine, care is such a wide area. And there are several other ways […]
Live-in care provides round-the-clock support in the comfort of your own home with more benefits and freedom. There are lots of reasons that live in care is great. Here are some of those reasons and how live in care works. Arranging live-in care Setting up live-in care is a straight forward process. Following a […]
For many people with elderly relatives, worrying about their wellbeing is only natural. Live in care enables those needing extra help with daily activities to have that support in their own homes, although sometimes some additional measures need to be made in order for that to happen. Take a look at our checklist for getting […]
For those living with advanced conditions such as dementia or recovering from hospital operations, the familiarity and comfort of the home environment can be hugely beneficial in helping them with their care or recovery. 24-hour care is one way of getting the support you or a loved one need at all times without having to […]
Our visiting carers are at the heart of their local communities. From the hustle and bustle of London, to the rolling hills of the Peak District, across to the beautiful towns and cities of Wales, down into Devon and Cornwall, and up to historical Northern England, they are all amazing individuals. With October 24th being […]
We’re excited and honoured to be named as one of the top 20 companies for outstanding leadership and culture, according to the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and Glassdoor. Every member of the Helping Hands Family is special and incredible — this nomination couldn’t have been possible without them! From our visiting carers who work all […]
As your loved one ages, it becomes increasingly important to be able to openly communicate about different concerns relating to their physical and mental wellbeing, as well as the challenging transitions they may face. Difficulties with communication can impede these conversations and can therefore make it harder to help them. When we get older our […]
The Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) has found that most older people enjoy being in their home surroundings and fear the loss of their independence when considering care. For many, leaving home and going to a new and unfamiliar setting can be a deeply unsettling experience which can result in significant shock, in turn […]
