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26 Sep 2018
Knowing when your elderly loved one needs extra support

There may come a time when you notice that someone close to you is struggling with day-to-day living. If you’re…

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25 Sep 2018
The flexible nature of home care

We’re all different and have our own unique traits and personal preferences. So when considering the options for extra support…

A nurse wearing gloves smiles and talks with an older adult at a kitchen table. The older adult is eating a meal, and there is a glass of water nearby. The atmosphere appears warm and friendly.
23 Aug 2018

Ripples of excitement are running through the Helping Hands teams as we’ve been recognised in the London Stock Exchange’s 1000…

An elderly woman smiling and holding a mug sits comfortably in a chair, while a carer in a purple uniform sits nearby, engaging with her in a cosy, well-lit room.
23 Aug 2018
How seeking support for Mum sparked a career in care

Many of the carers we welcome to our team have had their own experiences of supporting their own families. For…

Two women sitting in a car, both smiling and laughing together. One is in the driver's seat and the other in the passenger seat, enjoying a joyful moment.
12 Jul 2018
Why independence is important

We each have our own tastes, interests and characteristics that make us all unique. Even if you need a little…

A carer and an elderly man sit on a sofa, smiling and looking at a large photo album together in a cosy room with bookshelves in the background.
11 Jul 2018
Dementia symptoms to look out for

Have you noticed your loved one becoming a little bit forgetful, having difficulties with holding conversations, or seeming different from…

A person wearing a purple uniform smiles whilst cleaning a fridge door in a modern kitchen, holding a spray bottle. A shopping bag with cleaning supplies sits on the counter nearby.
10 Jul 2018
Let’s talk! The importance of daily social interaction

When was the last time you had a good catch-up with a family member or friend? You might not realise…

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09 Jul 2018
What a career in care can offer you later on in life

There is an increasing number of individuals who are opting to work as a carer, even after retirement. The fulfilment…

A smiling woman in a purple uniform stands in a kitchen, drying a white mug with a green tea towel next to a sink and dish rack with clean crockery.
02 Jul 2018
Home care’s first ever Centre of Excellence

Helping Hands was endorsed as a Centre of Excellence, making us the first and only full-service homecare provider to receive…

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29 Jun 2018
Staying hydrated and cool in hot weather

During the hot summer months, staying hydrated is vital. Dehydration affects us all during heatwaves but those with respiratory difficulties…