by Autumna | Oct 16, 2023 | Health & Wellness
Demystifying Care Terminology: Person-Centred CareCare around you, not just for you. Person-centred care puts your individual needs and preferences at the heart of the decision-making process. Learn more about how this approach can lead to better outcomes for you and...
by Autumna | Oct 12, 2023 | Health & Wellness
Demystifying Care Terminology: Continuing Healthcare (CHC) FundingCHC Funding is free care and support for adults with complex or unpredictable medical needs. Learn about eligibility, assessment, and what to do if funding is denied. Read the full article here....
by Autumna | Oct 12, 2023 | Health & Wellness
Demystifying Care Terminology: The Care Quality Commission (CQC)The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England’s independent healthcare watchdog, inspecting and rating services to ensure they meet high safety, quality, and leadership standards. This blog post...
by The F.I.T. Partnership | Oct 2, 2023 | Health & Wellness
Cryotherapy: Anti Aging BenefitsThe Benefits of Cryotherapy for Anti-AgingCryotherapy, which literally translates to “cold therapy,” has been used for centuries in various forms to treat ailments and enhance physical recovery. From ancient ice packs to modern...
by ashleyjordan | Sep 29, 2023 | Health & Wellness
What do you do when… your mobile phone is lostIn the first of our series of ‘what do you do when…’ we are focusing on: lost or stolen mobile phones. We had a few of our own ideas, but we decided to have a google and see what other trusted people said too. We...
by Autumna | Sep 5, 2023 | Health & Wellness
Care Home Costs and Fees – How Much Do You Pay?If you or a loved one are considering a care home, one of your main questions will probably be regarding the costs – how much will you have to pay, and what will these fees include? Read the full blog here....
by Autumna | Sep 5, 2023 | Health & Wellness
How to find a good nursing home for parentsFinding nursing homes for parents is not a quick process (unless you are extremely lucky and have the perfect place on your doorstep!). It involves research, seeking recommendations, and visiting potential facilities. Read...
by Autumna | Sep 5, 2023 | Health & Wellness
How to find the best retirement home for your loved oneCan I bring things to remind me of home? Are pets allowed? Will my medical needs be catered for? Are there social activities on-site? Will I like the food? If these types of questions are going through your mind...
by firstaider | Aug 30, 2023 | Health & Wellness
High blood pressure and how to reduce itHigh blood pressure or hypertension is often an underlying condition, closely associated with serious health issues such as heart attacks and strokes. High blood pressure affects an estimated 17 million people in the UK. This...
by firstaider | Jul 19, 2023 | Health & Wellness
What Bit Me? The Ultimate Guide to Bites and StingsEveryone has suffered from those incredibly itchy bites and stings that keep you awake at night. Although some people may seem more susceptible to bites, others may have spectacular and occasionally life-threatening...