

Supporting Elders in Everyday Life: Taking Care of The ‘Boring Stuff’!
As we get older, day-to-day life can become more complex, especially when it comes to managing multiple appointments and getting to and from them safely. From GP visits and hospital check-ups to social engagements and community activities, keeping on top of a busy schedule can quickly feel overwhelming. For some, this can lead to simply missing out; not wanting to arrange to see family and friends, missed appointments and engagements. That’s where we come in. We provide pract


Rethinking the Language Around Care Work
Yvette Cooper (Home Secretary May 2025), referred to ‘unskilled roles’ in an interview with BBC. Language matters, and this isn’t the first time impactful care work has been undermined by the term “unskilled”. This word has appeared in government documents, immigration policies, and media coverage countless times in recent years—usually in reference to roles like care work. Whilst it is meant to describe roles that don’t require formal qualifications or degrees, the use of th


Making Memories with a Helping Hand
For many of us, getting out and about is one of life’s simple joys. Whether it’s a stroll along your local cobbled high street, a visit...


Inspiration, Innovation, and Insight: Highlights from the Care Show 2025
Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Care Show 2025 in London , an event that continues to set the benchmark for innovation...


The Thursday Murder Club: Book Review
image credit: chirpbooks You may recognise Richard Osman as a popular TV presenter, known for hosting Pointless. Osman is also an author...


The Value of Extra Help: Lightening the Load for the Elderly
At any age, maintaining a household can be difficult – there’s the washing, tidying, cleaning, cooking, gardening, shopping, managing of...


Walking and Wellness: Never Too Late
As we age, maintaining physical activity becomes increasingly important for overall health and well-being. Walking offers a simple yet...


A New Government: What This means to Older People?
On the 4th July, a landslide victory for a new government ushered in Keir Starmer as Britain’s new Prime Minister. Starmer won with the...


ExCel London Care Show - It Was Great to be Part of This!
Care Show London held on 24 April - 25 April 2024! A two day Care Show at the ExCel London with lots to see, many to meet and new ideas...


Ways to Move: Exercising in Later Life
As we age, staying active becomes more important than ever for maintaining overall health and well-being. Engaging in regular exercise...


























