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...
by KareHero | Oct 18, 2018 | Most popular, Understanding care
What is domiciliary care? Domiciliary care is care that is provided in the person’s own home. Sometimes called “care at home” or “home care”, domiciliary care is when a carer either visits you or lives in your own home, in order to be close at hand to support you....
by KareHero | Jun 14, 2018 | Arranging care, Most popular, Understanding care
COVID-19 UPDATE: Due to the current coronavirus outbreak, there have been some updates to the NHS hospital discharge policy. Find out more: Changes to the Hospital Discharge Process due to Coronavirus. Discharge from hospital can be a much anticipated moment, but some...
by KareHero | Jun 8, 2018 | Most popular, Planning ahead
Many people find the legal concept of power of attorney daunting, particularly when it comes up during urgent discussions about a loved one’s health and wellbeing. To others, it’s just one aspect of forward planning for possible life events. However you feel about it,...
by KareHero | Sep 29, 2017 | Arranging care, Most popular
Take a note of 10 key questions to ask a prospective care provider. Are you planning to meet with potential care providers? Wondering what questions to ask? As much as you should trust your instincts when talking with care providers, it’s also useful to...
