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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.
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...
Addressing Recent Headlines on Inheritance Tax Changes
In light of the uncertainty surrounding the future of Inheritance Tax, it is essential to familiarise yourself with the existing tax regulations when engaging in estate planning. Under the current system, Inheritance Tax may be applicable on four occasions: Upon an...
What happens when someone dies without a Will?
From 26 July 2023, the Government has increased that Statutory legacy amount to £322,000 which has been prompted by inflation.
What is a Court of Protection appointed Deputy?
If a person lacks mental capacity to make decisions for themselves and they do not have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, an application can be made to the Court of Protection for a Deputy to be appointed, so that there is someone with legal authority to take...
What is Estate Administration?
When someone dies, their Personal Representatives (PR) are legally responsible for their money, property and possessions. You are a PR if you have been named in a person’s Will as their Executor or, if they do not have a Will, if you are entitled to act as an...
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a document which allows you to appoint people you trust, to act as your attorney, to make decisions on your behalf. You can make either or both LPAs. Types of Lasting Power of Attorney: Financial Decisions You can appoint an...
Why is it important to make a Will?
It is important to make a Will to ensure your assets will pass to the people you choose and to protect the interests of the people you care about. A Will is a legal document which sets out who you would want to receive your assets and who will deal with your estate...
Live-in Care helps a grandmother return home from Hospital.
Many Cheshire residents are worried about how their elderly family members can be discharged quickly after hospitalisation. This is of especial concern if professional care is needed to allow them to leave when ready to do so. This article explores the story...
What are Reconditioned Stairlifts?
What Are Reconditioned Stairlifts? Stairlifts are designed for people who have limited mobility or disability which means they struggle getting up or down the stairs. So, having a stairlift fitted at home, could for those people potentially mean the difference between...
7 ways to support someone with Dementia in cold weather
There are many ways to help your loved one who is living with dementia. Here are some tips on caring for them during the colder months. The winter months can be particularly challenging for people living with dementia, especially when it comes to temperature control....
Caring for your Mobility Scooters this Winter
We are into the dark, often bitterly cold, winter months and for those of you who are venturing out on your mobility scooters, this time of year can be somewhat challenging. From dark frozen mornings to wet winter days, the conditions aren't always ideal for those of...