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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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How respite care can help at Christmas time

Give your loved ones a break this Christmas by getting respite care, short-term support delivered by a carer different from…

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The difficulties of dementia and sight loss

Having some additional support at home means that people living with dementia and sight loss can remain as independent as…

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The 5 most common types of cancer

At Helping Hands we have researched the most common types of Cancer in the UK, alongside possible symptoms and recommended…

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Tackling loneliness in care homes

Loneliness is particularly prevalent in care homes, where residents are more than twice as likely to report feeling lonely. Read…

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The difference between care homes and home care

This article highlights the key common confusion about home care and care homes. We explore the differences and the benefits…

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How reminiscence therapy can aid dementia care

Dementia can damage the memory storage section of the brain, meaning that the person cannot store and access memories as…

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Can someone living with dementia benefit from a pet?

Having the presence of a pet can help reduce the effects of dementia, such as reducing confusion, disorientation, loneliness, depression…

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