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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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Obtaining a power of attorney for your elderly parent

Power of attorney is a written legal document that grants a person legal authority to act and make decisions on…

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Nutrition tips for the elderly: a guide to healthy ageing

Discover essential nutrition tips for the elderly in our guide to healthy ageing. Learn how a balanced diet can support…

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New year, new care with Helping Hands

As the New Year begins, it’s a good time to check in on your family members and if they may…

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New year activities for the elderly

Families traditionally get together at Christmas and New Year, which is a great chance to spend time and engage in…

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Welfare checks for the elderly

Welfare checks for elderly people can be described as making sure that someone vulnerable has their needs met, however that…

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How to Assist someone living with dementia with paranoia

Delusions, including paranoia, tend to become more common as dementia progresses as the person may struggle to recall memories. Learn…

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How technology works in mental health care

There’s no doubt that there are more technological approaches to mental health care than there ever used to be. Read…

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