by KareHero | Dec 6, 2019 | Planning ahead
More often than not it’s entirely possible to tweak your existing home and remain where you are into older age. This guide has some practical ways to prepare your home for easier and safer living, including using technology. If your home is having an impact on your...
by KareHero | Jun 20, 2018 | Arranging care, Financing care, Planning ahead, Understanding care
Care home costs in the UK can vary across geographical areas, and from care home to care home. Whether you are preparing to move into a care home, or simply beginning to research the costs of care homes in the UK, we can help. We’ve created a series of guides to...
by KareHero | Jun 11, 2018 | Planning ahead
How do you know when an elderly person needs assisted living? A change in mobility, or a newly acquired injury, may indicate that extra care is required. Do you feel responsible for the wellbeing of an older person? Perhaps you’re feeling stretched by...
by KareHero | Jun 8, 2018 | Most popular, Planning ahead
Many people find the legal concept of power of attorney daunting, particularly when it comes up during urgent discussions about a loved one’s health and wellbeing. To others, it’s just one aspect of forward planning for possible life events. However you feel about it,...
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...
