At Cheshire Later Life Hub we want to provide you with various advice and tips from our trusted professionals.
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Mobility Products
Ranging from household adaptations to mobility scooters and stairlifts.
Financial Advice
Offering clients over the age of 50 advice and guidance on a range of later life lending options.
Care at Home
Support from Care Assistants in your own home able to help with daily living tasks such as personal care, meals, companionship, medication.
Legal Advice
Advice on financial and property affairs, along with health and care; navigating issues regarding care home fees, Will preparation and trust and estate administration.
Carer & Family Support
Independent social care advice for anyone who is unsure of where or how to source appropriate care for a loved one.
Independent Carers
Providing a framework of support and guidance to care seekers so that they can access self-employed carers safely.
Caring for Mum after a fall at home – and a diagnosis of dementia
Getting the right care for Mum after a fall – and a diagnosis of dementia – can be challenging and emotionally draining for the family.
This is Mary’s – and her daughter Megan’s – story.
Preventing Falls in the Shower
Falling in the bathroom is a very realistic scenario that we might face as we get older. It can be scary and dangerous since slipping on a wet surface or losing our balance are common causes of falls. By the end of this post, you will find tips on how to prevent falls...
Caring for those living with dementia.
When caring for those living with dementia, many factors need to be considered. This story explores how one couple overcame the challenges of the husband's increasing forgetfulness and physical problems associated with Alzheimer's disease, and with their family found...
PAYING FOR THE RISING COST OF CARE
According to Age UK, the current average cost of staying in a residential care home is around £800 to £1,078 a week. These costs are average figures and can vary depending on the type of care provided and the location of the residential care home. It is estimated that...
A Co-Ordinated Approach to Care
The provision of care in the UK is in need of a co-ordinated approach. This article looks at the challenges faced by the NHS when it comes to elderly care and hospital discharge; social services in supporting vulnerable older people; and families seeking care at a...
Benefits Of The Practice Of Yoga And Pilates
Benefits Of The Practice Of Yoga And Pilates Regular exercise can have a positive impact on physical health, as well as mental and emotional well-being, by providing more energy and increased self-confidence. As a person ages, mobility and balance tend to decrease as...
How to Manage Incontinence at Night?
Dealing with incontinence can feel like an uphill battle at any time of the day. However, coping with it during the night can seem especially difficult since it disrupts your sleep and lifestyle. Sleep is vital for reviving our bodies and preparing for the day ahead....
Caring for your Mum – a daughter’s perspective.
Family caregivers, who dedicate themselves to caring for loved ones, can often feel forgotten and invisible. The assumption that a family member - often a daughter - will naturally assume the role of 'caring for Mum' significantly affects their personal lives and the...
Living with MS – how live-in care kept Sarah independent at home.
When it comes to living with MS, the care needs of individuals are always distinct and unique. If the disease is progressing, then those needs will alter, and understanding all the choices available is key. In collaboration with stakeholders, family, and friends, we...
How to overcome loneliness in later life with the right care.
In the heart of a bustling little village in the Southeast of Cheshire lives an elderly gentleman named Peter. Peter was (and still is) mad about golf and his local club. He was once a team captain, an informal head of the club and someone who was seen there most days...
The beauty and practicalities of live in care – Elspeth’s Story.
We met Elspeth in March this year. Elspeth had been receiving end-of-life care in a hospice but came to Promedica24 because she wanted to be at home in her final months of life. She didn’t want to be in hospital, a care home or anywhere else for however many months...
£400 Million Increase in Inheritance Tax Payments
As per HM Revenue & Customs, the total Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts from April 2023 to September 2023 amounted to £3.9 billion, marking a £400 million increase compared to the corresponding period in the prior year. June 2023 recorded the highest-ever IHT...