We would love to chat so please request a callback from our expert team.  Alternatively, our lines are open Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5.30pm.

Helping Hands Logo
Find your branch
CQC & CIW Regulated
Receive care in 24 hours
4.5 Star Rating
Rated Excellent on
Trustpilot
Industry leading carer training

Care Advice

Care Advice
An older woman smiles while using binoculars, standing by a wooden fence outdoors. A man beside her points excitedly ahead and holds a book, suggesting they are birdwatching together in a green, natural setting.
Activities for elderly people in the spring

Discover spring activities for elderly people across the UK, with simple ideas to support wellbeing, independence and social connection at…

Read more
An older man using a walking stick walks outdoors on a paved path, smiling, while a younger carer in a purple uniform supports him. Trees and greenery line the path.
Are pets allowed into a care home?

Learn if pets are allowed in UK care homes, including policies, benefits, and ways to stay connected with your pet…

Read more
A person wearing blue gloves applies shaving foam to the cheek of an older man with fair hair, who is sitting wrapped in a grey towel, in a bathroom.
How often should the elderly bathe/shower?

How often should the elderly bathe? Most older adults only need a shower once or twice a week to stay…

Read more
Three older women walk outdoors arm in arm, smiling and talking together. They are dressed in casual clothes and appear to be enjoying a pleasant day in a green, leafy setting.
World Health Day – How to spread awareness for 2026

Raising awareness for World Health Day 2026 with Helping Hands Home Care, promoting personalised care, wellbeing, and healthier communities.

Read more
A nurse in a purple uniform smiles and talks with an elderly person at a kitchen table. The elderly person is smiling, and there is a plate of food and a glass of water in front of them.
A Guide to Cancer Care at Home

Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects at Home Managing cancer treatment side effects can be difficult for the person or their…

Read more
A nurse in a purple uniform smiles while assisting an elderly woman at a table; two older men sit nearby, all appearing engaged and cheerful in a bright, homely setting.
What Is the Two Finger Test in Dementia?

How Is Dementia Diagnosed Properly? Dementia is diagnosed properly through “a combination of assessments and tests” according to the NHS.…

Read more