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National Carers Week 2026: Celebrating Everyone Who Cares
What is National Carers Week? National Carers Week runs annually, raising awareness of caring and the challenges that unpaid carers…
A Guide to Parkinson’s Awareness Week 2026
What is Parkinson’s Awareness Week? Parkinson’s Awareness Week is an annual campaign, held every April. It is designed to raise…
World Autism Awareness Day
This 2nd April is World Autism Day (WAAD), and we at Helping Hands are here to celebrate alongside you. The…
Mother’s Day or Mothering Sunday?
We’re always told that Mum knows best, and, especially when it comes to care at home, Helping Hands would agree.…
Mother’s Day tips for loved ones with dementia
Making Mother’s Day enjoyable for a family member with dementia Mother’s Day is the perfect chance to spend time with…
Tackling Malnutrition in the Elderly
The Malnutrition Task Force (MTF) was set up through a partnership of Age UK, apetito, BAPEN, Nutricia and RVS, and…
A Day In The Life Of A Carer – Wellington’s story
One of our amazing Epsom carers, Wellington, lets us in on a day in his life as a Helping Hands…
10 Things to Do with an Elderly Parent in Bedford
Spending time with an elderly parent is about enjoying simple pleasures, taking things at a gentle pace and creating meaningful…
10 Things to Do with an Elderly Parent in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton is a city full of history, green spaces and cultural attractions, making it a wonderful place to spend time…
10 Things to Do with An Elderly Parent in Swansea
If you or your loved ones live in the Swansea area, then you’ll know how much there is to do…