Care
How can you find helpful, reliable and appropriate care for your parent, wherever they choose to live?
Resolving Disputes with Home Share Arrangements
Collaborative Post A home share, where an older person brings in a lodger for company or extra income, can be a wonderful setup for everyone. It often brings companionship and financial security. But sharing a living space can sometimes lead to friction. When disagreements pop up, knowing how to handle them calmly and fairly is […]
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Homesharing: what it is and how to set up an arrangement
Homesharing has been quietly rising in popularity for many years. At its best, a homeshare brings together an older person with a home and a desire for companionship with a younger person willing to offer time and help in return for a roof over their head. Caroline Cooke, director at community interest company Share and […]
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How to prepare your parents or grandparents for moving into a care home
Collaborative Post Moving into a care home is a significant life change, both for older adults and the people who care about them. While the transition can feel emotional and uncertain, taking the right steps beforehand can help make the process as smooth and positive as possible. Seemingly small actions can make a big difference. […]
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How to Arrange Home Care in England: What Happens After the Care Needs Assessment
Collaborative Post Most families spot the signs that a parent needs help long before they know what to do next. In England, the practical path usually starts with a free council care needs assessment – but the steps after that (funding, provider choice and keeping the same trusted face at the door) are what catch […]
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When Memory Needs More: A Family Guide to Dementia Care and Care Homes in Worthing and West Sussex
Collaborative Post If you’re reading this, you’re probably somewhere in the middle of one of the most emotionally complex journeys a family can face. Perhaps your loved one has been living with dementia for a while now, and things at home are becoming harder. Perhaps something happened recently that made you think: “We can’t keep […]
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Why More Healthcare Professionals Are Choosing Residential Roles
Collaborative Post Healthcare professionals are beginning to rethink their careers. The pull towards residential care, and specifically live-in roles, has grown noticeably over the past several years. It’s an ideal choice that more trained, experienced carers and nurses are making once they understand what the role involves and what it offers them professionally. A Closer […]
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Practical Planning for When Your Still Healthy Parents Move in with You
Collaborative Post Inviting your parents to move in is a big decision for everyone involved. Usually, this starts with practical reasons. Even when your parents are still fit and healthy, it can provide reassurance, especially if you feel their home isn’t safe for people of their age. Additionally, this makes it a lot easier to […]
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Navigating Care Home Negligence Claims for Loved Ones
Collaborative Post Deciding to place a loved one in a care home is a huge step, and it’s built on trust. You expect them to get professional, kind support. So, when you start to suspect that trust has been broken and your relative is suffering from neglect, it can be incredibly upsetting and confusing. This […]
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When Is It Time To Consider Extra Help For An Aging Parent At Home?
Collaborative Post Changes in an aging parent’s abilities often happen gradually, so families might not notice them right away. At first, you might see small things like missed appointments, unopened mail, forgotten medication, or a home that isn’t as tidy as usual. Over time, these small signs can lead you to wonder if your parent […]
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Step by step plan for a family in crisis
When a loved one’s health suddenly deteriorates, families are often forced to make urgent decisions about care, safety, funding and discharge – all at once. Below is a step-by-step crisis plan for families in England to help you stabilise the situation and secure appropriate funding quickly. This guide is specifically for England, but principles are […]
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