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World Hello Day

We Care Together is proud to be supporting “World Hello Day” on the 21st of November. World Hello Day is celebrated in over 180 countries around the world. The concept is simple as it encourages us all to greet at least 10 strangers within 24 hours. The aim is to appreciate the importance of personal…

Loneliness: New Findings – loneliness in elderly

A recent research paper undertaken by The National Institute on Aging has highlighted some extremely unpleasant findings. It was announced the health risks of prolonged isolation and loneliness are the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day. They even suggested it could shorten a person’s life span by up to 15 years. They proposed a…

Reduce Your Chance of Getting Type 2 Diabetes – Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

The rise in type 2 diabetes in the UK has led to an increase in coverage in the national press and action taken by the government. The alarming increase in type 2 diabetes in all age groups in the UK has caused many of us to look at our lifestyles and consider making adjustments to…

Symptoms and Causes of Diabetes

The rise in diabetes is a serious concern for medical professionals in the UK. A recent article in The Guardian highlighted that the number of people under 40 years old in the UK being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is rising faster than those over 40. This is coupled with the announcement from the World…

6 Ways Carers Can Help Patients Recover from a Stroke at Home – stroke recovery

Strokes can affect anyone and by their nature, are unexpected but can have a long-term impact on a person’s life. A stroke will affect everyone in a different way but the key is how the person is helped through their recovery. A stroke can result in issues with mobility, speech or even paralysis. Once they…

Why Choose a Career in Care? 6 Reasons to Consider -care career

We understand that considering a career in care can be polarising and whilst some relish the idea, others may be a little more sceptical. It is often the case that many people have misconceptions about what a career in care actually involves. If you are considering a care career, here are 7 benefits our carers…

How to Prevent Your Elderly Loved One from Being Scammed

It is a sad statistic but fraudsters often target our elderly relatives as they are perceived to have significant wealth and have become an “easy target”. In 2021 it was estimated that over 63% of people aged over 65 had been the target of fraud. As technology has advanced at a rapid pace over the…

Benefits of In-Home Care over a Nursing Home – advantages of in-home care

One of the most common questions we receive at We Care Together is about the benefits of in-home care compared to residential nursing homes. This is a significant decision that can greatly affect your loved one’s quality of life. Here are some key reasons to consider in-home care over a nursing home: Change is Tough…

Choosing Your Care – in home care

Choosing the right in-home care is an important decision and for many this will be the first time they are faced with this choice. We fully understand there is a vast wealth of information and advice out there, which can make the decision overwhelming. Our team is always available to help and discuss your individual…