Training and support Archives - Page 4 of 6 - The Good Care Group

Training and support Archives - Page 4 of 6 - The Good Care Group

Helping older adults avoid scams and fraud

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Helping older adults avoid scams and fraud

Find out what steps you can take to begin helping older adults avoid scams and how live-in care can reduce this risk for your loved one. Ensuring the safety of older adults involves actively preventing scams and fraud. As a

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Contented care: What makes older people happy?

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Contented care: What makes older people happy?

A look at what makes older people happy, how this differs from younger people and what you can do to help your loved one stay contented in care. When it comes to the question of “What makes older people happy?”,

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To hug or not to hug, that is the question

Posted 07 Nov 2019

To hug or not to hug, that is the question

There is nothing wrong with hugging a client or holding her or his hand, but there is a time and a place for everything. Affection is a natural part of life. From the moment we are born, we are held

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Supporting those at end of life

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Supporting those at end of life

Carer blog series continues with a sometimes hard to talk subject, end of life care. I do not have much experience in my professional role with end of life or palliative care, with that said, I would like to share

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10 Qualities of a good live-in carer

Posted 07 Nov 2019

10 Qualities of a good live-in carer

Becoming a live-in carer requires a special blend of qualities. Being invited into a person’s home to provide round-the-clock care and support is a significant responsibility that demands compassion, diligence, and adaptability. Live-in carers play a crucial role in enhancing

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Helping older people adapt to loss

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Helping older people adapt to loss

At some point, we all must adapt to the loss of a loved one. However, the effects of this loss can be more troublesome for older people. Here are just a few ways you can help your loved one adapt

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Memory cafe on BBC Surrey

Posted 07 Nov 2019

Memory cafe on BBC Surrey

Michelle Elliott, having a discussion with Allison Ferns from BBC Surrey, on the Memory Cafe available in Caterham. You can watch below a video of Michelle Elliott, Business Manager for Surrey, having a discussion with Allison Ferns from BBC Surrey.

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One approach does not fit all

Posted 07 Nov 2019

One approach does not fit all

How to support someone who does not have a diagnosis of dementia, but may have other mental health issues, who may suffer from extreme anxiety or may just be rude, or angry no matter what you do or say. To

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What is sundowning and how can I support my client through it?

Posted 07 Nov 2019

What is sundowning and how can I support my client through it?

Sundowning is a common condition with people living with dementia, but not highly recognised, find out how our carer Laetitia helps support her client’s through it. It is late afternoon, you and your client have had a lovely day, but

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‘The carer voice’ or ‘baby talk’

Posted 07 Nov 2019

‘The carer voice’ or ‘baby talk’

How so often we as carers can slip into the habit of talking in our carer voice, also known as ‘baby talk’ with clients who are living with dementia. We have all heard it, and many of us have inadvertently

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