Care Guides
Care can be a complex subject. It’s why at Elder, we’ve created a library of free care guides for practical tips, as well as information direct from our in-house clinical team.
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How to choose the right personal alarm for seniors: A comprehensive guide
Personal alarms for elderly Discover how personal alarms work, who they’re best suited to, and…
Bath aids for elderly – finding the right solution for your needs
Bath aids for elderly Getting in and out of a bath tub or moving…
Helping with personal care and elderly incontinence
Helping with personal care and elderly incontinence Incontinence is something which many elderly people experience,…
Controlled drugs – what are they?
What is meant by controlled drugs? Controlled drugs (CDs) are defined in the The Misuse…
Using a dosette box & medication management
What Is The Best Way To Use A Dosette Box? For older people who…
Carer’s Allowance and Carers Credit
Carer’s Allowance eligibility Discover whether you ‘re eligible to receive extra money each month when…
What is domiciliary care?
On this page: What does domiciliary mean? What’s the difference between domiciliary care and home…
6 tips for finding the right home carer
Finding a carer is a crucial part of the care journey, and it’s a decision…
The Elder care jargon buster – 49 care terms and their meaning
Like every sector, social care has a lot of its own terminology which can be…
Mobility aids for the elderly to improve daily living
Mobility aids for the elderly to improve daily living As we age, our balance can…