Carer’s Allowance is an essential financial benefit for full-time carers in the UK. However, the official information on the GOV.UK website is very detailed - and it’s a lot to read. We provide an easy-to-read overview of everything you need to know, plus a few tips for your application.
To become a full-time carer for a family member, you should assess your loved one’s needs and contact your GP for support. You can explore financial assistance and seek guidance from charities and healthcare professionals to create a plan that ensures you both receive the best care possible.
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) plays a pivotal role in regulating healthcare professionals in the UK. With over 286,000 registered health and care professionals, using the HCPC is much simpler than you think.
If you are at state pension age and need assistance due to a mental or physical disability, you might be eligible for Attendance Allowance, a financial support payment. This additional money for care and assistance could help you have more freedom and a higher quality of life.
As medical technology improves and life expectancy increases, it's important for people to have a say in their healthcare decisions. Advance care planning is a proactive approach that enables individuals to make educated choices about their future healthcare, particularly during critical illness or end-of-life situations.
Fall detection systems and personal alarms provide greater independence to elderly individuals and greater peace of mind to their loved ones. This is particularly important when 50% of all over 80s fall annually, and a third of over 65s will have a fall resulting in injury this year.
AgeGroup is proud to sponsor Longevitech TLV 2023, taking place in Tel Aviv, Israel, on the 13th and 14th of February. Ahead of the event, we’ve interviewed many of the individuals who will be participating in Longevitech TLV 2023 to learn about them and their businesses. In this feature, we meet Jill Lindgren from eLivelihood.
When the winter months arrive, you want to make sure your loved ones are warm and cosy. Finding out how to make it happen and how to prepare the right way makes all the difference. For example, what’s the ideal temperature for an elderly relative’s home?
