Sometimes there’s no better place than a care home for a mother, father or grandparent. In a nursing home, you’re often guaranteed skilled nurses, care facilities and the clean accommodation. That said, not every care home is up to scratch, and it’s important that you and your parent/grandparent visit various care homes before you decide …
In the modern era, people generally go through stages in their life. During later life, it typically goes; sell you house, then buy an apartment in a retirement home or elderly care facility. The knowledge that this is what you’re going to have to do once you reach a certain age is off-putting for many …
‘Supported living’ essentially means separate personal care or support, so it’s support that doesn’t occur in a care home. Many elderly people like the comfort of their own home, and today you can get personal care arranged separately, and this could include ‘meals on wheels’, security, home adaptations, mobility equipment and an emergency call centre. …
