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Safety at home

A smiling carer in a purple uniform and blue gloves prepares food in a kitchen, while an older person, blurred in the foreground, holds a mug and watches her.
24 Aug 2017
Top tips on keeping cool in warm weather

Overheating at any time can be a problem. Not only is it uncomfortable for the person involved, it can also…

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An older woman smiles in bed holding a mug, while a carer in a purple uniform stands beside her, gently touching her shoulder. They are in a cosy room with a lamp and exposed brick wall.
24 Jan 2017
What to do in a home care emergency

When circumstances change suddenly, getting the right home care services in place as effectively as possible is vital. In 2015,…

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A carer kneels on the floor, helping an elderly man seated on a chair put on his shoes. Both are smiling in a cosy, well-lit room.
02 Jun 2015
Positive Risk-Taking

Imagine losing it all – driving, finances, choice of residence, even the decision of what clothing you’re going to wear.…

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A smiling woman in a light purple nurse uniform and blue gloves prepares vegetables in a kitchen. Carrots, peppers, and greens are on the worktop. Shelves and a kettle are visible in the background.
12 Jul 2013
Hydration and Dignity

I have recently been involved in two events relating to hydration for the elderly. The first one was the launch…

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A woman in a lavender uniform and glasses smiles whilst washing dishes at a kitchen sink. She wears a lanyard, and the background shows a bright, tidy kitchen with a plant and washing-up liquid.
14 Jun 2013
Falls Awareness Week 2013 – Monday 17 – Friday 21 June 2013

Falls Awareness Week 2013 – Monday 17 – Friday 21 June 2013 Helping Hands supports Age UK’s Falls Awareness Week…

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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.
19 Nov 2012
Elderly people staying at home

by Dr Rekha Elaswarapu, Helping Hands Advisor A fear of falling is rendering many elderly people prisoners in their own…

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A close-up of a hand with a ring moving a white pawn on a wooden chessboard, with pieces arranged for a game.
05 Sep 2012
Ensuring safe care is everyone’s responsibility

by Dr Rekha Elaswarapu, advisor to Helping Hands Two nursing home owners have been ordered to pay a total of…

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