Senior home care refers to the services offered to older adults who care for themselves, either because they can't or don't want to take care of themselves. These services could come in the form of companion care provided by someone other than a family member; or physical or occupational therapy from professional providers. They can also come in the form of assistive … [Read more...]
Bouncing Back After Your Hospital Stay
Staying in the hospital is exactly a fun thing to do. And yet it's often necessary for a variety of reasons, from undergoing surgery or treatment to simply being monitored. When you get to go home, it's a relief. It can also be a little worrying though, especially if you've been in the hospital a long time or some big things have changed. Getting back on your feet might … [Read more...]
The Shortcomings of For-Profit Care Homes in the UK
“I work in a not-for-profit care home group, because I don’t feel it is right to profit from care for the elderly”. This is a common feeling among many care workers, and support staff in not-for-profit care home groups. It is also a well shared opinion generally, and there are people in the for-profit sector who agree with this sentiment whole heartedly. Yet you don’t have to … [Read more...]