by KareHero | May 22, 2018 | Planning ahead, Understanding care
As much as possible, evaluating care providers should be a family process. How do you know when you’ve found the right care provider? What are the best methods for evaluating care providers? If you’re searching for occasional care at home support...
by KareHero | Apr 27, 2018 | Arranging care, Financing care, Planning ahead, Understanding care
Are you preparing to move into a care home, or supporting a loved one in this process? Your first port of call should be to arrange a care needs assessment, followed by a financial assessment, with your local authority. These assessments are prerequisites to receiving...
by KareHero | Feb 12, 2018 | Planning ahead
It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when addressing the topic of Power of Attorney, even in precautionary circumstances. Sadly, people are often prompted to do so amidst an already pressured time usually involving a loved one’s deteriorating health. It’s far from the...
by KareHero | Dec 20, 2017 | Planning ahead
Amidst the final days of the festive run up remember to allocate time to your elderly loved ones. Here are simple ways to include elderly loved ones this Christmas to ensure they feel very much in the heart of things. Most of the following suggestions take but a few...
by KareHero | Dec 18, 2017 | Planning ahead
The Christmas period tends to be a busy time for people but it’s important not to forget your elderly loved ones in the rush. Here are three simple checklists of ways you can help care for family members who are perhaps fragile or lonely during this festive month....