Laura Belford-Thomas, Author at The Good Care Group - Page 42 of 56

Laura Belford-Thomas, Author at The Good Care Group - Page 42 of 56

Sight and perception in dementia

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Sight and perception in dementia

Individuals with Alzheimer’s dementia, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s disease with Lewy body dementia are more likely to have increased problems with their vision and perception. Useful tips and precautions you can take in your home. The majority of people with

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Helping your elderly loved one stay hydrated in spring and summer

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Helping your elderly loved one stay hydrated in spring and summer

Find out why staying sufficiently hydrated is so important for elderly people, and how you can help ensure your loved one is consuming enough fluids. Spring and summer weather can be both beneficial and challenging for elderly people, especially when

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The role of a professional carer

Posted 07 Nov 2019

The role of a professional carer

Laetitia Hannan, talks about a personal experience with a client that taught her the most important quality of being a Live-in carer. As live-in carers we are uniquely privileged to support and care for people in their own homes. As

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Sevenoaks wellbeing day

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Sevenoaks wellbeing day

at Knole, Sevenoaks Tuesday 16th May 2017 Sevenoaks wellbeing day at Knole, Sevenoaks Tuesday 16th May 2017 10.30am to 3.30pm The Hayloft, Knole, Sevenoaks TN13 1HU A free day of cultural and sensory experiences for people living with dementia and

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Why I chose The Good Care Group and why I stay

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Why I chose The Good Care Group and why I stay

Laetitia Hannan, professional live-in carer, returns with another personal blog. This time she opens up about why she chose to stay with The Good Care Group. I have been with The Good Care Group for three years and I have

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Good care warriors take on Tough Mudder to raise funds for young dementia UK charity

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Good care warriors take on Tough Mudder to raise funds for young dementia UK charity

The Good Care Group participated in the very challenging Tough Mudder to raise money for their chosen charity young dementia UK 10 brave Good Care Warriors (Dominique Kent, Daniella Svrdlin, Heloise Pace, Serena McDonald, Rosie Robarts, Laura Johnson, Lucy Owen,

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Make may purple | stroke awareness month

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Make may purple | stroke awareness month

Jackie Cooper, TGCG’s Occupational Therapist, updates us on their involvement with Make May Purple, and their dedication to help prevent and provide outstanding stroke care. The Stroke Association has designated May as their annual stroke awareness month otherwise known as

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Eat your way to happiness

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Eat your way to happiness

When we’re going through feelings of depression, anxiety or more commonly stress, nutrition isn’t what immediately springs to mind. When we’re going through feelings of depression, anxiety or more commonly stress, nutrition isn’t what immediately springs to mind. But in

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Taking multiple medications linked to frailty in older people

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Taking multiple medications linked to frailty in older people

Find out how The Good Care Group can take steps to reduce frailty in older people by helping them manage their medication more effectively. A growing body of evidence suggests that taking multiple medications simultaneously (otherwise known as ‘polypharmacy’) is

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How important are eye tests for the elderly?

Posted 07 Nov 2019

How important are eye tests for the elderly?

Find out more about the importance of eye tests for the elderly and the steps you can take to help your loved one maintain their vision for as long as possible. Eye tests for the elderly are incredibly important. Here

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