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Parkinson’s recent research advancements to help the elderly

Helping Hands provide Parkinson’s care so that our customers can live independently at home. All our carers are trained to…

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Caring for a patient with dementia anger issues

There are various reasons that people living with dementia get angry, it's important when caring for someone with dementia to…

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Pain management in palliative care

Palliative care can last for many months or even years, and it might only be towards the end of their…

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Care Jargon Buster

Find an A-Z list of the most commonly used words and phrases in home care via our care jargon buster.…

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Oedema in the elderly

Oedema can be attributed to a number of reasons and causes pain for the person with it. If you show…

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The duties of a dementia carer

Discover the varied duties of a dementia carer, from daily routines and personal care to maintaining independence and community engagement

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Transitioning from live-in care to respite care

Learn what to expect when you transition from live-in to respite care. Helping Hands provide expert live-in and respite care…

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Top 5 bathing aids for the elderly and disabled

Purchasing a bathing aid can be a great way to enhance independence and continue living happily at home. Here are…

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Care consultations: what to know

More than ever, there is a pressing need for personalised, comprehensive home care, delivered by knowledgeable and compassionate professionals.

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What can you eat with dentures?

While adjusting to dentures it's ideal to start with soft foods. Foods like yogurt, scrambled eggs, oatmeal and mashed potatoes…

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