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pros and cons of differing care options by Grace CareWhen crunch time comes and we can no longer manage at home unaided, we are sometimes led to believe that a care home is the only answer. However, we are all different and where care is concerned one... 26 March 2012
the challenges of growing older in the 21st century by Independent AgeThe fact that we are living longer is good news, as it is due to improvements in healthcare and economic development, but increased life expectancy presents challenges too 26 March 2012
things you should know as a carerWe will all care for someone, or need care, at some point in our lives – whether it is caring for an elderly parent, looking after a partner in retirement, or as we grow old or develop a long-term... 26 March 2012
planning for the future - wills and power of attorney by The Co-operative Legal ServicesThere has been much written recently regarding the ageing population within the United Kingdom. The ageing population is due not only to the baby boom of the 1950's but also due to the remarkable... 26 March 2012
having the big conversation by OakdaleTaking the decision to make changes to the care or living situation of elderly parents or relatives can be an extremely difficult task to face often evoking a wide range of emotions, including:... 26 March 2012
dementia - the early warning signs by Action for AgeingDid you know that nearly 900,000 people in the UK live with dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term describing a number of diseases and conditions of the brain. The most well known form of dementia... 28 March 2012
when is a choice not a choice by Independent AgeAt Independent Age, we often hear from family members who want to do the best for their older relatives but are finding it increasingly difficult to do so due to their distance from them and their... 18 May 2012
the importance of self care by Oakdalewhy self care is so important when you are involved in making changes to the care or living situation of an elderly parent or relative. 22 May 2012
parents and siblings by Keren Smedleychildren have always cared for older parents but the landscape is changing. People are living so much longer which means that an increasing number have dementia and need special care.... 24 May 2012
Carers Week - highlightsFind out what it's all about and how you can get involved… 11 June 2012

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