Laura Belford-Thomas, Author at The Good Care Group - Page 43 of 56

Laura Belford-Thomas, Author at The Good Care Group - Page 43 of 56

Facilitating choice for those we care for

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Facilitating choice for those we care for

A new blog series written by our very own professional relief carer, is kicked off with a great insight into providing choice to those you care for. By Laetitia Hannan, Professional Relief Carer. Having a choice in everyday matters is

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Daylight saving time and dementia

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Daylight saving time and dementia

Daylight Saving Time can have severe effects on people with Dementia. Here’s how you can soften the impact, and help your loved one during this time. The concept of daylight saving time can confuse everybody’s internal clock. Losing an hour in

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Easing arthritis pain in older people

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Easing arthritis pain in older people

With arthritis, it is important to keep the joints moving and muscles strong, but this can be difficult for elderly people. Here are the key ways in which you can help your loved one ease their arthritis pain. In the

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Spring activities for older people

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Spring activities for older people

Use this list of activities for older people to keep your loved one active and socially engaged in the spring sunshine. Helping arrange and host activities for older people can be exceptionally rewarding for everyone involved – especially when spring

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Why family caregivers need a helping hand

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Why family caregivers need a helping hand

Explore how live-in care can support you as a family caregiver and help you spend more quality time with your loved one. Family caregivers have an exceptionally important role in the care process. But, with full-time care requiring a significant

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A gesture speaks a thousand words

Posted 07 Nov 2019

A gesture speaks a thousand words

resource to identify gestures which people with dementia used to punctuate, accentuate and supplement their verbal communication. Introduction The Good Care Group and the Contented Dementia Trust work closely together developing practice based evidence to support outcomes for people with

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Elderly couples living together: the importance of companionship

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Elderly couples living together: the importance of companionship

Find out why keeping elderly couples together is so important, and how live-in care can support both person’s needs. Elderly couples rely on each other for care and companionship. The time couples spend together is precious – not just from

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Preventing pressure ulcers

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Preventing pressure ulcers

A useful guide for clients, their families and carers on how to notice and treat pressure ulcer’s and how to prevent it. This guide explains what pressure ulcers are, why they occur, and the actions that can be taken to

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Elderly care at Christmas

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Elderly care at Christmas

Here’s an introduction to how you can support your loved one in their own home, and during family visits this Christmas. It is important to consider the care and needs of older people throughout the year, but, during the festive

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Power of attorney: making your loved one’s voice heard

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Power of attorney: making your loved one’s voice heard

By making sure your loved one’s voice is heard when they no longer have the capacity to express their true preferences, you can dramatically improve their overall quality of life. Power of attorney is one of the most significant responsibilities

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