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Home care for the elderly means that independence can be maintained but with some help so that health and safety are not compromised. One in three older adults are reported to be living at home as opposed to taking up residency in a care home.  With this high number and the possible behavioural and short-term […]

Dementia care is needed more today than ever before with more older adults being diagnosed. With this there is also a growing need for professional home care workers trained to support those with cognitive impairment. Novus Care provides home care services within locations in Hertfordshire, Surrey and Essex. All our care workers are trained in dementia care and […]

Dementia describes symptoms of cognitive decline that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or speech. The onset often displays as small changes initially, but for the person with dementia the changes can be severe affecting daily life. Dementia, as described by the Alzheimer’s Society is caused when the brain is damaged by […]

Elderly care provider in Watford offers a range of services to meet the many needs of those wanting to continue living independently at home. Home care or domiciliary care is a term used to describe support in the home provided by care workers who assist with daily activities. Support can be requested for 24-hour/daily or for just a few […]

Caring from a distance Work, family and the urge for adventure can mean that circumstances may take you to a destination miles away from the home of your parent or parents. As they get older and less able to cope with every day activities, this can create a lot of stress not being available to […]

Professional home care providers can help meet the need for care. They do this by offering services such as companionship, attending to medical needs, administration of medication, helping with important chores around the home, personal care or accompanying an older adult to an appointment. When a family caregiver can’t fulfil their role fully for reasons such […]

Older adults should care for their health and well-being as much as in younger people. Fresh air and a healthy dose of vitamin D are important for every one whether young or of a mature age. Being healthy has a significant impact on coping with day-to-day challenges and fighting-off illnesses. Looking after your health is […]

Most older adults live independently and maintain close relationships with family and friends, their personalities remain relatively stable, depression is less prevalent than that of younger adults. However, most older adults do experience normal, age-related changes that may affect their lifestyle – hearing impairment, weakening vision, and an increasing probability of arthritis, hypertension, heart disease, […]

Home care, or domiciliary care is a service that enable older parents to retain their independence and freedom in their own homes. Familiar surroundings, being near to friends and social connections are the main reasons given by older adults for wanting to continue living in their own homes. Retaining independence maybe important, but there could be areas of their day-to-day […]

Unfortunately, in this modern age there are lots of scams to be aware of which can have devastating effects on the victim and their family.  While the majority of scams target people of all ages and income levels, older people can be more likely to trust fraudsters who say they are somebody they’re not. The […]