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Six questions you should ask home care agencies about their services

by KareHero | Sep 20, 2019 | Arranging care

Searching for care can be a stressful time and it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between different care agencies when doing research. To help you find the right care agency for your loved one, we’ve created a list of questions you can ask home care agencies...

Five questions you should ask during your care assessment

by KareHero | Sep 20, 2019 | Arranging care

Firstly, you are not being assessed. The agency is assessing if they are able to carry out the care and you are assessing if the agency is suitable for you and your loved one. Use this as an opportunity to get to know the agency and their experience – feel free...

What is palliative care? Your guide to understanding palliative care

by KareHero | Jan 23, 2019 | Most popular, Understanding care

If you receive a terminal diagnosis, it’s natural to have a lot of questions. It’s important to understand the types of care available and how receiving care can impact your quality of life. Our guide will explore some of the most common questions around palliative...

Cold weather advice for the elderly: winter risks and safety tips

by KareHero | Dec 5, 2018 | Most popular, Understanding care

As the days get shorter and cold weather approaches, you might want to consider the physical and mental wellbeing of your elderly loved ones. Wintertime brings a whole host of health risks and complications for older adults in the UK due to the cold weather and low...

What the Care Inspectorate (CI) is and how it can help you make choices about care

by KareHero | Nov 6, 2018 | Most popular, Understanding care

When researching care services in Scotland for an older person, you may see the care provider’s Care Inspectorate rating displayed online within the care provider’s premises or in printed brochures or leaflets. For example, you may have seen a Care Inspectorate rating...
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