Winter Wellness Guide for Older People
Winter can be a particularly challenging season for older individuals, especially as colder temperatures and shorter days set in. These changes can lead to various health concerns, reduced opportunities for social interaction, and a heightened need for winter care support for older people. However, with the right home care services, winter can also be a […]
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Understanding type 2 diabetes symptoms in older people
As we grow older, our bodies go through various changes, and we become more susceptible to health problems such as Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how your body uses sugar or glucose. It is a condition that causes the blood sugar level to become too high, which can lead to […]
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Home care alternatives: Connected Care
What is Connected Care? Radfield Home Care understands that care takes many forms and is often about having vital peace of mind and individual protection, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We saw the need for more personalised home care options to suit the specific needs of people at all levels of care […]
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Home Care vs Care Homes
Home Care vs Care Homes As we age, it’s natural to start thinking about the best options for care, whether for ourselves or our loved ones. Two of the most common choices people consider are care homes (also known as residential homes) and home care (also known as visiting care). Both offer essential services, but […]
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How to pay for home care?
First steps to home care funding The first step is finding out if the person who will be receiving the care is eligible for local authority funding. The current thresholds for eligibility can be found on the finance section of the Housing Care website. If you are not eligible for local authority funding then you […]
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