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10 Jul 2019
How being a live-in carer changed my life

Angela Murison, a live-in carer who trained with us in April, talks about her experience so far at Helping Hands…

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A woman in a wheelchair smiles and talks with another woman kneeling beside her in a garden. They are surrounded by greenery, with a green watering can nearby. Both women appear happy and engaged in conversation.
01 Jul 2019
ME and Me: Naomi’s Story

Meet Naomi: a bright, adventurous and talented woman who studied for her PhD at Cambridge University. In 2006, Naomi suffered…

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27 Jun 2019
Tips for keeping cool in warmer weather

It’s that time of year again; the nights are longer, the weather is warmer and the barbeques are out in…

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An elderly couple sits on a settee with a carer, all smiling and looking at a large photo album together in a cosy living room.
19 Jun 2019
Living with Frontotemporal Dementia – Common Symptoms and Treatments

Last month, we began the first of our six-blog series on the different types of dementia and how you and…

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17 Jun 2019
Top tips on maintaining a healthy diet

Who doesn’t love chip shop chips with a slice of bread and butter for tea? Or jam roly-poly with custard…

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Two women smile at each other as they walk arm-in-arm in a bright kitchen. One uses a walking stick. Vegetables and flowers are on the worktop, creating a warm, cheerful atmosphere.
13 Jun 2019
Creative Activities with your Live In Carer

The need for live-in care can arise at any given time, sometimes without any prior warning. Whether you are not…

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An elderly man with a walking stick walks outdoors on a path, smiling, while being supported by a younger man in a purple uniform. Both look happy, surrounded by greenery and trees.
11 Jun 2019
30 years of Helping Hands

2019 marked our 30th birthday and we’re incredibly proud of the journey we have been on so far. From humble…

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07 Jun 2019
Baking a Difference | Easy-To-Follow Birthday Cake Recipe

Whipping up treats in the kitchen can do more than just create delicious and buttery goodness, it’s also a great…

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A young woman with long blonde hair sits in a motorised wheelchair outdoors, smiling and wearing a blue puffer jacket and gloves. The background is blurred with greenery and hints of red foliage.
03 Jun 2019
30 tips on supporting young adults

Many people associate care companies with support for the elderly – usually those aged over 65 and over. Yet there…

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Two women smile at each other as they walk arm-in-arm in a bright kitchen. One uses a walking stick. Vegetables and flowers are on the worktop, creating a warm, cheerful atmosphere.
28 May 2019
10 Gifts to Buy Your Elderly Relative

Trying to establish the perfect gift for your elderly relative can sometimes be more challenging than we might think. Whether…

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