Today we're here to give you some tips on how to stay close to old grandparents. With loneliness on the rise in the UK, it is vitally important that the elderly are looked after and can feel needed by their friends and family members. 73% of elderly people in the UK are lonely, with more than half having never spoken to anyone about how they feel, according to a survey carried out. This is an incredibly sad statistic and more awareness should be raised. In light of these stats, we're here to provide ways of staying close to old grandparents and elders. 1. Write to your Old …
Carers Week 2021
Monday 7th June marked the beginning of Carers Week 2021. Carers Week is an annual campaign that attempts to raise awareness of unpaid carers' roles. As well as the challenges they face, and how they contribute to society as a whole. The Covid-19 pandemic that has taken over the last year has significantly affected carers and the people they care for. Carers have taken on more and more responsibility during this time. Research has found that carers lost 25 hours, on average, of support a month they previously had from services or family and friends before the pandemic. So for …
Why use Care Line for the elderly?
Are you considering a Care Line alarm? Before you make your decision, it's important to weigh up the different benefits of a personal alarm. Some benefits will be more applicable to certain people than others, depending on your circumstances. For example, people who live by themselves will likely have different needs than someone who lives with a spouse or relative. Understand how an alarm could help you and be sure it's the right option for you and your needs. The advantages of Care Line for the elderly: Continued Independence - 97% of people want to avoid moving into a care …
Careline365: A better option to care homes
More than 400,000 elderly people live in care homes in the UK. At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, care homes hit the headlines with high case rates and inadequate supplies of PPE. However, many older people may feel as though they have no choice but to move into care. Additionally, many families worry about their elderly loved ones living at home, either by themselves or with a partner. Families may feel that a care home is the only option, despite the risks. Thankfully, there is an easier and more affordable alternative. Saying “no” to a Care Home Although we’d like to, …
Costs of Elderly Care – News Update
According to reports, "the number of over-65s needing care is set to leap by a quarter in a decade." The NHS is predicted to struggle. The predictions have come from Liverpool University. They have expressed that the nation needs to think about their later years earlier on to help ease the burden. The University has called for more focus on diet improvement, drinking responsibly, heart disease awareness and increasing physical activity to reduce the costs of elderly care. These are just a few of the biggest health conditions for which the NHS has to deal with every year. Lead …
Carer’s Allowance for Elderly Parents
Do you care for your elderly parents? If so, you could be eligible for Carer's Allowance. This is a government benefit that supports people who provide unpaid care. Caring for your parents can be very rewarding, but it can also place a strain on your finances. That's why it's so important to claim any support that you can. Today's blog will be a simple guide to Carer's Allowance. We'll explain how you qualify as well as how much you could receive. Can I Claim Carer's Allowance? You could be eligible for Carer's Allowance if you meet the following criteria: - You spend at …
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