If someone you love is living with dementia it can be a stressful and challenging time. If it is a partner, parent or grandparent that is living with the illness, you’ll probably find it hard to think of yourself as a carer, this is especially true if your loved one has previously cared for you…
The Equality Act of 2010 was set up to protect people from discrimination, harrassment andvictimisation due to: ● Age● Disability● Sex● Race● Religion● Pregnancy/maternity● Gender reassignment● Sexual orientation While the world has come a long way with regards to tolerance and acceptance surroundingthese protected characteristics, for older members of the LGBTQ community, being true towho…
If you have an elderly loved one, and you have been researching the best way to care for them and their needs, domiciliary care is no doubt a term you have come across. But what exactly is domiciliary care? What does it entail? And who is it for? Care In Kent have put together this…
Personal hygiene is important whatever our age, not just for the sake of cleanliness and preventing the spread and contraction of germs and illnesses, but also as a form of self care; to make us feel and look good. For older people who might be living with reduced mobility, frailty, and the possible decline of…
As our loved ones grow older, it is inevitable that we start to think about how we are going to care for them in their twilight years. You might be mistaken for thinking that elderly people can only continue to live in their own homes as long as they are the perfect picture of health. …
We all feel down once in a while – whatever our age – it’s a part of life. But for some people, those feelings can last for weeks or months, and can become debilitating. Thankfully, a diagnosis of depression no longer has a stigma attached to it; it’s recognised by society as the genuine illness that it…
Eating good, nutritious food is important for our overall health at any age, but for the elderly, eating well is even more essential. A healthy diet can improve mental agility,build your resistance to illness and give energy levels a much-needed boost. Eating well not only keeps our bodies healthy, it’s also vital when it comes…
The idea that our elderly loved ones can live out their twilight years in the home that they love, while having all of their needs taken care of, is a wonderful one. Care at home means no need to worry about them being in an unfamiliar environment, or spending days or even longer without having…
Dehydration; when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, is an often overlooked health risk in older people. We all know the importance of drinking enough water in order to help the body get rid of waste, to regulate our temperature, and to lubricate our joints. It also helps to keep us alert,…
For those who are caring for an elderly loved one who is living with cognitive issues, the fear that they might wander can weigh heavy. What if they get lost, or involved in an accident? What if they become confused about their surroundings and become scared or upset? Wandering is a risk that is associated…
