Energy efficiency is a hot topic, particularly during the colder months of the year. The additional cost of heating can be a strain on your winter energy bill if you don't clamp down on it. Keeping a warm, dry home is also really important for your health in the winter. Here are some ideas on how to make your home more energy efficient, and ways to help you save on your bill. Do-It-Yourself Energy Savers There are some very easy, small things you can do yourself to improve the overall energy efficiency of your home. While they may be small changes to your daily routine, they can …
Archives for November 2019
Security In The Home: How Can I Remain Protected?
Security in the home is a top priority. UK police report that homes with no security measures in place are up to five times more at risk of breaking and entering. However, taking just a few small steps and precautions can significantly improve the security of your home. Top Tips Police and security companies offer lots of advice to make sure your home is secure against break-ins. Here are some of their top tips: Keep windows and doors locked - even if you're just outside in the garden or popping out very briefly. Keep valuables out of sight and away from windows when not …
Register To Vote Before 26th November
Next Tuesday November 26th is the deadline for registering to vote in the UK general election on 12 December 2019. Make sure you’re registered and ready to vote on election day with the following details. How To Register Online You can register to vote online. It is the quickest and easiest way, and usually takes about 5 minutes to complete online. Paper form Alternatively, you can contact your local Electoral Registration Office and ask them to post a paper form to you. You’ll then need to return the completed form to your local Electoral Registration Office. The paper …
Volunteering In Your Local Community
Volunteering provides an opportunity to get involved with your local community and work together with others. There are many reasons people choose to offer their time and there are plenty of benefits to be gained. Why Volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to share your knowledge and pass on your experience and skills to others. Alternatively, volunteering could offer an opportunity for you to learn something completely new and develop your skills further. Others may enjoy volunteer work for the social aspect, as it allows them to meet new people and form friendships with other …
World Diabetes Day: All You Need To Know
November 14 is known around the globe as World Diabetes Day. The campaign is led by the International Diabetes Federation to try and help raise awareness of the condition - including its symptoms and what it is like to live with on a daily basis. Through social media and activities being held across the country, the campaign hopes to ensure that more people understand exactly what Diabetes is. To help the campaign, Careline365 will now give you all a insight into Diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is one of the most common life-long health conditions and affects around 3.5 …
Winter health for carers and the elderly
It's incredibly important that at this time of year we make sure that our winter health is our top priority. The cold weather can put the elderly at risk, which in-turn places even more pressure on the NHS. There are already concerns that this year's flu season is going to be a tough one. The NHS have admitted that they are scared that this year's flu jab may not have an affect on the elderly, and that the flu may spread. We have only just hit November and already temperatures have plummeted to around two degrees in the mornings and evenings. The cold affects older people the …
