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.

How to prepare for a live-in caregiver
Care at home: how to prepare the home for a live-in caregiver A live-in carer…
Written by Paola Labib
6 tips for finding the right live-in carer
Finding the right live-in carer is a significant and deeply personal decision, impacting your loved…
Written by Paola Labib
The cost of care – everything you need to know
The true cost of care – everything you need to know Discover the true cost…
Written by Zenya Smith
Understanding autism in older adults
While Autism is usually diagnosed in childhood, an increasing number of older adults are being…
Written by Zenya Smith
A guide to speaking with a loved one about home care
Why do older adults resist care? A guide to speaking with a loved one about…
Written by Mark Acheson
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…
Written by Zenya Smith
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…
Written by Zenya Smith
Helping with personal care and elderly incontinence
Helping with personal care and elderly incontinence Incontinence is something which many elderly people experience,…
Written by Zenya Smith
Controlled drugs – what are they?
What is meant by controlled drugs? Controlled drugs (CDs) are defined in the The Misuse…
Written by Zenya Smith
Using a dosette box & medication management
What Is The Best Way To Use A Dosette Box? For older people who…
Written by Zenya Smith