There is a completely separate assessment for the giver of the care called the carer assessment...

Everyone’s care journey is different. Here we explore the story of carer Sarah Bradshaw and her...

These days, we use technology in all aspects of our lives, from internet banking to online...

Medication often plays an important role in older people’s health and ensuring that the people you...

Are you a carer of a loved one, who is older, disabled or seriously ill?  Whether...

There are nearly 7 million carers in the UK and over the next 30 years, this...

Being a carer for an older parent or relative can often be a tricky thing for families...

There seems to be a general misconception that carers working in a private home can be...

There are seven million carers in the UK – that is one in 10 people and...

Different ways to get additional support for carers Are you a carer for your ageing parent?...

It may be getting to the stage when your parent or relative is finding it difficult...

Caring for ageing parents can put a huge strain on families, particularly those people who may...

What is Coaching? Coaching helps you handle what life throws at you Sometimes things gets tough…...

Being a carer is tough and sometimes you really need to take a break, even if...

Caring for someone can take its toll on your physical and mental health, social life, career and relationships. Taking time out to look after yourself is important if you’re to continue supporting yourself and the person you’re caring for. Here are some of the different types of support available.

Assessment of Capital for the Elderly Most forms of capital and savings are assessable and will...

Attendance Allowance This is a benefit payable to people aged 65 or over, who have attention...

If a care recipient is deemed ineligible for NHS Continuing Care, the responsibility for ensuring the...

Listen to our interview with Shelagh Fogarty of BBC5Live LISTEN HERE. We start talking at 52.38...

If you’re caring for your parent, there is financial help out there for you. We uncover...

There is a wide variety of social care services available, primarily there to support people in...

The question we are asked most frequently is how to go about getting help for an...

Depending on the kinds of difficulties someone’s having with their finances, the help you could provide might involve anything from helping them with bills and paperwork and assisting with their day-to-day money, through to taking on a lasting power of attorney.

As people age, their driving abilities inevitably change. However, by reducing risk factors and incorporating safe...

If your elderly relative has been in hospital, it should be good news when they are...

Dementia is a condition which affects brain function. There are various types of dementia, such as...

It can be very upsetting having to witness the decline in the mental abilities of a...

NHS continuing care is care that is arranged and funded by the NHS free of charge outside of...

Family conflict is not unusual Family conflict is common within the family when a parent is...

Care funding Once the person has been assessed, the local authority can charge for the services...