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Read the latest care industry news, interesting articles, important announcements plus recent thoughts and ideas from The Good Care Group.

Andrew Marr’s wife speaks out about poor care for stroke survivors

Jackie Ashley, the wife of journalist Andrew Marr has written a blog piece about the shortcomings of community care for people who have had strokes. Jackie Ashley, the wife of journalist Andrew Marr has written a blog piece about the...

80 year old man with Alzheimer’s wins record deal after car singing video went viral

An 80-year-old man with Alzheimer’s, who shot to fame when his son posted videos of him singing in the car, has landed a prestigious record deal. Ted McDermott has been signed up by Decca Records after his “carpool karaoke” videos...

80% of elderly people with depression can be helped

As we enter Mental Health Awareness Week in 2024, it’s as important as ever to understand depression and how we can recognise it in our elderly loved ones. One in five elderly people in our communities is living with depression....

42% of stroke survivors feel ‘abandoned’ after leaving hospital

New research from the Stroke Association has revealed that almost half of all stroke survivors feel abandoned after they leave hospital. New research from the Stroke Association has revealed that almost half of all stroke survivors feel abandoned after they...

3 peaks challenge in memory of Ellie

On 21st September, 25 of us are taking on the challenge of the three peaks – three of the largest mountains in the UK (Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowden) – all in 24 hours. Not a small challenge! Why...

2nd domiciliary care provider award of 2013 for The Good Care Group

Not even half way through the year and The Good Care Group has managed to secure another win as Domiciliary Care Provider of the year. Not even half way through the year and The Good Care Group has managed to...

100 elderly people a day badly hurt in care homes

More than 100 vulnerable and elderly people are suffering serious injuries in care homes every day, new figures reveal. More than 100 vulnerable and elderly people are suffering serious injuries in care homes every day, new figures reveal. Reports of...

10 skills you need to get hired as a live-in carer

We share with you the 10 top skills that every dedicated professional live-in carer at The Good Care Group always demonstrates. There is no better option than a career in live-in care if you have a natural passion for helping...

Employment and dementia

Dementia doesn’t only affect older people. Over 42,000 under 65s live with the condition in the UK, many of whom are in employment. And with the age of retirement only set to rise, dementia in the workplace is an issue...

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Walking 8,900 steps a day could lower risk of Alzheimer’s, researchers claim

Walking just under 9,000 steps a day could help protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease, researchers have claimed. ‘Beneficial effects were seen at even modest levels of physical activity’. Walking just under 9,000 steps a day could help protect the...

What are the alternatives to pet rehoming?

Getting older and having more complex care needs can bring about a tough decision if you have a pet at home. If you’re thinking about residential care, you’ll want to carefully research the organisation’s policy on animal companions. Unfortunately, not...

Award success for The Good Care Group’s Elaine Murray

Elaine Murray, Area Manager for Kent & Sussex has been awarded the Dementia Friendly Initiative of the Year award at the Community & Voluntary Awards 2019. From left to right: Symone Salwan, Home Instead, Co-Chair SADFC – Elaine Murray, The...