Carers Week 2019: the reality of care
An estimated seven million carers in the UK provide invaluable care to their loved ones, saving the government millions of pounds annually. But what more can the government be doing to support unpaid carers?
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Making memories with Music Mirrors
We all have that one song that fills us with joy, and transports us back in time. Music and sound can have a powerful impact on us, and it has become the latest technique used to care for those living with dementia.
Fostering: finding the perfect match
Every year, around 30,000 children are placed into care, waiting to be matched with the perfect family. Fostering a disabled child is a hugely rewarding experience for the foster child and foster carer. Saskia Harper spoke to one foster carer about their experience.
Knowing your rights on Carers Rights Day
As a carer it can be easy to let your own health slip down on your list of priorities. Today (30 November 2018) is Carers…
Fostering with Together Trust
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster carer? Together Trust, are on a mission to get as many people as possible to consider fostering.
World Alzheimer’s Day: The emotional impact of dementia care
From changes in personality to loss of identity, dementia can rob a person of their memories and experiences. The emotional impact can open the door to uncertainty…
Inside the life of a young carer
Caring for a loved one can include cleaning the house, making dinner, distributing medication and arranging hospital appointments. According to the Scottish Government there are…
To grow and learn: a carer’s rewarding journey to fostering
Entering the world of fostering can be a whirlwind of excitement and apprehension. Taking the step to foster a child with a disability can be…
More than 3,000 younger people with MS living in care homes for the elderly
New research from the MS Society has found that thousands of younger people affected by the condition in England are not receiving sufficient support –…
15-minute care visits are being commissioned by councils
For many people who receive visits at home from carers, this is the only time that they’ll be able to chat to another person, talk…
Britain’s first guide horse trots into town
What happens when you need a guide dog but you’ve got a serious fear of man’s best friend? Mohammed Salim Patel has been causing quite…
Government must not be allowed to duck its responsibility for statutory social care
The retrospective care costs for people with serious learning disabilities should be met in full As the Government’s self-imposed deadline of 2 October approaches and…
‘Therapony’ proves big hit with care home residents
Residents of a care home for blind and partially sighted older people were paid a visit by a special four-legged friend. Residents of Braeside House…
Award winning campaign calls for increasing number of accessible homes
Champion of accessible and inclusive housing, Habinteg is campaigning for the government, councils and developers to recognise the importance of increasing the supply of accessible…
Home for blind and partially sighted adults rated ‘Very Good’ in first inspection
The Care Inspectorate has praised the ‘positive and happy atmosphere’ of Royal Blind’s new residential home for disabled adults in its first ever inspection of…