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The Effects of Music Therapy on People Living with Dementia

Older Persons Care Advice

The Effects of Music Therapy on People Living with Dementia

March 12th, 2024

How can music help people with dementia feel calmer, happier and more connected to people? Find dementia-friendly playlists here.

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Can a Pensioner Get a Mortgage to Buy a Retirement Property?

Retirement Living

Can a Pensioner Get a Mortgage to Buy a Retirement Property?

March 12th, 2024

Considering buying a retirement living home? This guide explains how to apply for a mortgage and where to compare retirement living properties near you.

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Day Care – A first step, respite, or to have fun!

Older Persons Care Advice

Day Care – A first step, respite, or to have fun!

March 12th, 2024

A chance to socialise means the world to some older people. Day Care services for respite provide an opportunity to laugh, learn and listen to like-minded people. Here's how. 

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Attendance Allowance | How to Claim to Pay for Home Care

Paying for Care

Attendance Allowance | How to Claim to Pay for Home Care

February 29th, 2024

Are you eligible to claim Attendance Allowance? If so, you could use the payments to pay towards the cost of home care services near you.

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How to Claim PIP to Pay for Home Care

Paying for Care

How to Claim PIP to Pay for Home Care

February 14th, 2024

Personal Independence Payments (PIPs) could help make your life easier by contributing towards the cost of home care services. Check your eligibility here and start your claim. 

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Can Pets Live in Retirement Living Communities?

Retirement Living

Can Pets Live in Retirement Living Communities?

February 13th, 2024

For most animal lovers, giving up a pet to downsize is unthinkable. Thankfully, there are retirement living sites across the UK, from multiple providers, that welcome pets. This blog explains how you can find them.

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How Much do Pensioners Need a Year to Retire?

Older Persons Care Advice

How Much do Pensioners Need a Year to Retire?

February 8th, 2024

Women's retirement savings are on average £69,000 while men's savings equate to £205,000. Autumna looks at why women’s retirement funds are less than men's in the UK and how that affects their choice of care.

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Infection Prevention and Control in Care Homes

Older Persons Care Advice

Infection Prevention and Control in Care Homes

January 3rd, 2024

COVID-19 changed the way people searched for care services. This blog explains how to search for care homes with good infection prevention and control processes, so you know which ones are S.A.F.E.

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Can you Celebrate Religion in Care Homes?

Older Persons Care Advice

Can you Celebrate Religion in Care Homes?

December 20th, 2023

Yes! Many care homes listed on Autumna specifically cater to the needs of certain religions while others celebrate a range of festivals throughout the year.

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