Abney & Baker awarded Top 20 Home Care Group award 2020
We are delighted to have been awarded the prestigious homecare.co.uk Top 20 Home Care Group Award 2020. The award highlights the most recommended home care providers in the UK. The award reflects the impressive independent review scores submitted by clients and their families.
How to choose the right care provider – Top 10 questions to ask
None of us are fully prepared for the decision to introduce a little help into our lives and choosing the right care provider can feel daunting. We know that letting somebody new into your life and loved home requires trust so how do you choose between all the options out there and be confident you’ve made the right decision? Download our top 10 questions to ask any care provider – a really useful checklist to help you choose the right one for you.
Understanding Dementia and living a happy, safe life at home
You or a loved one may have been diagnosed with Dementia or has started showing signs, but what exactly is it and what does it mean for how you or they live their life? Here we take a look at what Dementia is, how it can impact lives, what can be done to ensure you or your loved one can continue living a happy, safe and fulfilling life at home and what other support and resources are out there to help.
What does care at home involve and how do I choose the right support?
You know you need some extra support at home but you’re independent and want to stay in control of your own life. So, where do you start? What does care at home mean, what services are available and how do you choose the right support for you? Download your free PDF to find out more including the benefits of care at home over other care options and the benefits of using a regulated care provider.
The importance of hobbies and activities to wellbeing
It’s no secret that keeping active both mentally and physically is vital to our wellbeing. Having a hobby in later life is key to mental stimulation, combatting social isolation, providing a sense of purpose and can help prevent the onset of cognitive conditions such as Dementia – doing something you love and with others who share that interest is one
of the best ways to keep your brain sharp and yourself happy.
Parkinson’s: Common questions answered & top 5 practical resources
More than a million people are affected by Parkinson’s in the UK. Living with it or knowing someone who is. Having Parkinson’s can feel overwhelming if you don’t have the right information and support.
Here we get answers to some of the most common questions about Parkinson’s and share with you some useful practical resources to help you feel more in control and supported.
Talking to a loved one about care at home
If you’re thinking about care and support for a loved one, you’re probably wondering how to approach the subject with them. Here are some useful tips on how to open the conversation and how to demonstrate the positive benefits that care and support at home can bring.
Keeping fit and healthy whilst at home
If you’re at home it doesn’t mean you can’t keep moving! It’s no secret that exercise is great for both your mental and physical wellbeing. It can help to boost your immune system, increase flexibility and improve your sleep. Here we provide lots of exercise ideas suitable for the elderly from strengthening and balancing exercises to flexibility and seated exercises. All can be modified to suit any ability.
