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Happiness and Health in Care

Science shows that, compared to their unhappy counterparts, happier people experience the following health benefits: 1. Better heart health 2. A stronger immune system 3. Less stress 4. Less pain 5. Reduced chronic disease and disability 6. ASee more

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16 Benefits of Exercise for the Elderly

Web12. Improves sleep – Getting enough sleep has been demonstrated to reduce the incidence of chronic physical and mental health conditions and is therefore essential for our …

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18 Qualities That Make an Exceptional Care Worker

Web1. Passion. This is perhaps the most important quality a care worker can exhibit. While skills and training are paramount to maintain high working standards, it’s passion for helping …

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Loneliness Guide: How to Overcome Social Isolation

WebLoneliness is a growing epidemic around the world. Although it can affect anyone at any age, it's become a common phenomenon in health and social care settings. Older adults …

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Home Safety for the Elderly: A Simple Checklist

WebPlace everyday items within easy reach. – Tidy leads or cables – An easy way to minimise tripping hazards. – Stick mats and rugs down or remove them – Mats have a tendency to …

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Mental Wellbeing and Health Support

WebThe letter we will be sending to your HR manager would be as follows: 2. Self Referral. If you are not able to provide a letter of support, we will also consider your application …

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Back Pain: An Introductory Guide

WebBack pain is a widespread phenomenon and has been shown to cause more disability than any other condition*. The care industry may be particularly at risk, with back pain …

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Respite Care: The Essential Guide (2018)

WebRespite care is the temporary support that’s organised when the primary caregiver needs a break. As carers and their loved ones can both feel a degree of burnout from their time …

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Emergency Care – Home, Residential and Nursing Services Guide

WebMost normal care services can be provided in an emergency situation: Companionship. Supervision. Help with shopping. Meal preparation. Domestic assistance. Medication …

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23 Activities for the Elderly

Web2. Sewing and knitting. Sewing and knitting remain extremely popular activities, both for their meditative qualities and also hand and finger dexterity. 3. Scrapbooking. Scrapbooking is …

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“Just part of the job” – violence, aggression and burnout in the …

Web“Just part of the job” – violence, aggression and burnout in the care industry. Recently, lone working platform Safepoint ran a campaign (with support from The Care Workers’ …

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Health and Social Care Services: The Essential Guide (2019)

WebMany of us are undoubtedly aware of some of the health services available. Unless you decide to self-pay and go private, your first stop will be the GP, who could either choose …

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Five 2024 predictions for health and social care providers in 2024 …

WebDr. Charles Armitage co-founded Florence in 2016. After a challenging 2023 in care, he predicts turbulence ahead for leaders… We’re closing out another rocky year in the UK’s …

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The Importance of Quality Training in Homecare

WebThere is nothing more important in homecare than well-trained, compassionate staff. Here UKHCA’s Learning and Development Specialist Jayne Easterbrook discusses how …

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Care Worker Interview Questions

WebTell me about your previous job. Interviewers may want to know if there’s any transferable experience from your previous role (s), and may even ask why you’re leaving your …

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Can you claim tax relief for your expenses

WebIf you spent £60 and pay tax at a rate of 20% in that year, the tax relief you can claim is £12. For some claims, you must keep records of what you’ve spent. You must claim within 4 …

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Apply for a grant

WebThe Care Workers’ Charity has redesigned its Crisis Grant Programme to make applications easier, streamlined and more transparent. Please read the below sections to …

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