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The role of care homes in end-of-life care

Older Persons Care Advice

The role of care homes in end-of-life care

June 28th, 2023

Almost half of all deaths in the UK occur in hospital, and many of these people might have preferred to die elsewhere. Our guest writer, Hannah Rowe, looks at care homes and the role they can play in end-of-life care.

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Can my home in England be sold to pay for long-term care?

Paying for Care

Can my home in England be sold to pay for long-term care?

May 18th, 2023

If you or someone in your family requires long-term care, the question of how it will be paid for (and by whom) is likely to be something which you worry about. Here, we explain the main factors which will play a part.

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What’s life like in a retirement village?

Retirement Living

What’s life like in a retirement village?

May 11th, 2023

Still a relatively new concept within the UK, retirement villages are exclusive communities of independent properties for buyers aged 55+. But what is it really like to live in this sort of retirement home?

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Five safe and effective at-home exercises for fall prevention

Older Persons Care Advice

Five safe and effective at-home exercises for fall prevention

April 24th, 2023

This post by Physio Ed Manging Director, Cameron Prendergast, gives five safe and effective at-home exercises for fall prevention that you can share with your parents, patients, residents, or other seniors in your life.

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How to find the best UK live in care provider

Older Persons Care Advice

How to find the best UK live in care provider

April 14th, 2023

What does live-in care really mean, and how do you go about finding the best provider for your needs? In this article Autumna will give you pointers and advice when looking for 24 hour home care packages.

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What’s the difference between home care and a care home?

Older Persons Care Advice

What’s the difference between home care and a care home?

April 6th, 2023

Autumna takes a look at the differences between home care services (including 24 hour live-in care, care homes and assisted living communities. What should you consider before deciding between them?

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What does no one tell you about retirement communities?

Retirement Living

What does no one tell you about retirement communities?

March 30th, 2023

If you’re thinking about the benefits of living in a retirement community, it’s a good idea to research the full picture. Here, we discuss aspects of retirement communities people might not tell you about.

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What does your dream retirement home look like?

Retirement Living

What does your dream retirement home look like?

March 13th, 2023

There’s a lot to think about when you start the search to find the best retirement home to suit your needs. Here are some tips to help you navigate this search and find happiness with your choice.

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Inside London's first LGBTQ+ retirement community

Retirement Living

Inside London's first LGBTQ+ retirement community

March 2nd, 2023

We take a look at the first LGBTQ retirement community in London to discover what it’s all about.

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