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What is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease – symptoms of dementia
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are two closely related terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. Dementia is a general term that refers to a set of symptoms that affect the cognitive functions of the brain, such as memory, language, and reasoning. Alzheimer’s disease, on the other hand, is a…
Read MoreWe Care Together Attain Great CQC Rating – the care quality commission
We Care Together is proud to announce the results of our latest CQC inspection. We have been awarded the grade of good, the second-highest rating available. This excellent achievement is a result of the hard work, dedication and determination to deliver the very best in-home care in Hampshire of the entire We Care Together team.…
Read MoreWe Care Together Achieve Important CQC Rating – domiciliary care
We Care Together is proud to announce the results of our latest inspection by the independent regulator of health and adult social care for England. We were issued the award of “Good” across all of the categories reviewed. Below is the complete report compiled by the CQC detailing the level of service and care we…
Read MoreGlaucoma is increasing: Help spot the signs before it’s too late – diagnosis of glaucoma
A recent study has reported that there is a significant rise in the diagnosis of Glaucoma in the UK. Whilst this terrible disease typically affects those over 40, it is believed that the risk factors increase with age. It is now the number one cause of blindness in adults over 60. It is also a…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of a Carer
A Day in the Life of a Carer There are a lot of misconceptions about what an in-home carer actually does. We thought it would be useful to those considering a life of a carer for one of our carers to run through what a typical day for them looks like. As ever, if you…
Read MoreWhy Have an Overnight Carer?
Whilst there is plenty of information on in-home care or care homes, there seems to be less on overnight care. This is a vital service that can be a huge help to those with loved ones that need support and care outside of regular hours. It is important to know that there are 2 core…
Read MoreProtecting the Elderly Online – how to spot a scam email
It is a sad fact but the elderly of our society are five times more likely to fall victim to online scammers and hackers than any other group. This is partially due to the internet, social media and other technologies being very new to them. We sometimes forget that we have grown up with these…
Read MoreCancer Support Services in Hampshire – cancer support groups
We understand living with a Cancer diagnosis is not easy, nor is supporting a friend or loved one suffering from this terrible disease. The good news is there are lots of groups and organisations that offer support for cancer sufferers. The challenge is these are not always easy to find or gain solid information about.…
Read MoreCancer: The Unspoken Impact – impact of cancer on families
Recent figures released by the NHS in the UK suggest that nearly 25% of us will experience Cancer within our lifetimes. This is a terrible statistic but the true impact of Cancer reaches far beyond what many people think. Here at We Care Together, we feel it is vital that Cancer and the impacts it…
Read MoreNational Carers Rights Day – support for unpaid carers
Whether you are a registered carer for a parent or grandparent or if you are offering regular care and support for a family member, neighbour or friend we understand you can feel unheard and unsupported. Caring for someone can have a range of costs to the carer. This can be financial but often extends to…
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