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10 of the Best Luxury Care Homes

Older Persons Care Advice

10 of the Best Luxury Care Homes

July 22nd, 2024

In this blog we showcase 10 of the best luxury care homes featured on the Autumna website.

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Using Pets as Therapy in Nursing Homes: Key benefits

Older Persons Care Advice

Using Pets as Therapy in Nursing Homes: Key benefits

July 19th, 2024

Using pets as therapy has a number of surprising benefits. Research shows that it offers emotional and physical benefits. Check out our blog below.

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How to choose the best care homes

Older Persons Care Advice

How to choose the best care homes

July 17th, 2024

Discover essential tips to consider when choosing the best care homes in the UK. Our blog provides expert guidance to help you find the ideal facility for you.

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How to Find Care Home Gardens That Appeal to Gardeners

Older Persons Care Advice

How to Find Care Home Gardens That Appeal to Gardeners

June 17th, 2024

For many older people, gardening is not just a hobby but a way of life. But what if they suddenly need the support of a care home? Are there any that encourage green fingers? If there are, this article will help you find them.

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Care Home Food Menus That Might Surprise You

Choice Dining

Care Home Food Menus That Might Surprise You

May 29th, 2024

Nowadays it’s much easier to identify care homes that take the food they offer seriously, so if you are asking yourself, “How can I find a care home with really good food?” then this blog should help you.

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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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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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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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What Should I eat? Nutrition past 65

Choice Dining

What Should I eat? Nutrition past 65

January 3rd, 2024

What should you eat as you age? Nutrition affects your physical and mental well-being but small changes to diet can have a big impact on your quality of life.

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