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A guide to arranging emergency or same-day live-in care

What happens when you call You can call your local care branch or pop in during opening hours, or if…

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World Mental Health Day

Home care can support your mental health emotionally and practically. Helping Hands is proud to support World Mental Health Day…

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Constipation in Older People: Causes, Warning Signs and Ways to Help

Page reviewed by Honor Elliott, Clinical Manager, on October 5th 2026 How we wrote this page
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Maintaining Good Oral Health in Older People

Page reviewed by Rebecca Bennett, Regional Clinical Lead, on September 21st 2026. How we wrote this page
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Skin Care for Older People: How to Prevent Dry Skin, Skin Tears and Infection

Page reviewed by Rebecca Bennett, Regional Clinical Lead, on September 21st 2026. How we wrote this page
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How to remain calm when caring for a loved one living with dementia

Page reviewed by Honor Elliott, Clinical Manager, on September 7th 2026. How we wrote this page
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Arranging Care for a Parent When You Live Far Away

Arranging care for a parent when you live far away needn't be stressful. Talk to Helping Hands today to see…

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Moving In with a Parent vs Arranging Live-In Care

Compare moving in with a parent vs live-in care from Helping Hands. Compare how each works and which is right…

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Home Care vs Care Home: Cost Comparison

What Affects the Cost of Care? There are many factors that can affect the cost of care, and it’s very…

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Getting help after hospital discharge

Specialist support after hospital discharge Our specialist support is available across England and Wales, and our in-house clinical nursing team…

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