Blog
From dementia friendly days out to getting every penny of care funding you’re entitled to - our articles can help you get the most out of later life. Discover expert information on home care, care costs, and elderly living below.
Sort by:
Fresh air in Southend-on-sea
Care isn’t always just about supporting someone with the practicalities; it can be something as simple as popping in once…
Ways to raise awareness and money for charity this autumn
As the weather starts to change and the nights get that little bit longer, we can certainly feel that autumn…
Adventures with my customer in Godalming
Megan, a carer from our home care Guildford & Godalming branch, provides regular support and companionship to Julia. Care is…
A day out with my customer in Guildford
Michelle, a visiting carer from our home care Guildford & Godalming branch, provides care for a gentleman with dementia once…
Living with dementia: Ken’s story
Ken was diagnosed with vascular dementia following a stroke in 2015. He began receiving visiting support from our Sheffield branch…
Live-in carer Sacha rides for refugees
One of the great things about being a live-in carer with Helping Hands is that you are able to support…
Swindon customer enjoys the ‘Greatest Day’ at Take That concert
Julie, a carer at the Swindon branch of Helping Hands, supports a young lady called Kirsty, who has autism. Kirsty’s…
Rainy day activities for you and your live-in carer
As the seasons start to change, the weather inevitably changes too. Long passed are the hazy days of summer, with…
Helping a customer with dementia in Basingstoke
One of the carers at the Basingstoke branch has gone above and beyond the call of duty for a customer…
Ways to celebrate your birthday with your carer
Celebrating a birthday is often full of a mixture of emotions. It’s lovely to see family and friends, be wished…
Why pets are the perfect companion for the elderly
There is very little that compares to the unconditional love of a pet. Whether they’re a loving Labrador, a purring…
Live-in Care Options for Elderly Couples
Whether you’ve shared your life together since your late teens or if you’ve met more recently, for many people, living…