by KareHero | Nov 30, 2017 | Understanding care
Having never visited a care home before, in truth I naively imagined a clinical setting of some kind. In reality, I spent the entire afternoon in what felt like a safe, large yet homely house. St. Margaret’s has professional nurses, health care assistants and...
by KareHero | Nov 13, 2017 | Understanding care
If you or your loved one have been advised to join a care home waiting list, hopefully the following commonly asked questions being answered below will give you more of a bearing on this matter. It’s extremely common to feel overwhelmed, especially when you don’t know...
by KareHero | Nov 8, 2017 | Loneliness
Sadly loneliness and isolation are often commonplace when you’re managing a condition or illness. It can similarly be a very lonely time for those caring for a loved one. In honour of the National Mental Health Awareness week that’s underway we thought we’d provide...
by KareHero | Nov 8, 2017 | Arranging care
When it comes to choosing the right care home, the first thing to decide is whether a nursing or residential home is required. A residential home is a safe place where 24 hour care and support is provided. A nursing home is very like a residential care home, the main...
by KareHero | Oct 31, 2017 | Arranging care
It’s sadly often the case that sometimes the care you or a loved one needs might be required swiftly. An already stressful time will no doubt then be more so under a time sensitive situation. Whether you are in the beginnings of finding care for yourself or loved one,...
