Advice

If  you are considering returning to work after retirement you are not alone. The Great Retirement Study by investment company Abrdn found that one in four people aged 55 to 75 in the UK have returned to work in the past five years. Whether they have been affected by the increased…

Sepsis is a serious medical condition that is characterised by the body’s extreme response to an infection. It can arise from any type of infection, including bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections. Sepsis is a medical emergency that requires rapid diagnosis and treatment, as it can lead to organ failure,…

What to look for to determine when a parent needs domiciliary care Knowing exactly when an elderly parent needs domiciliary care can be very difficult. As in-home elder care experts, our team has helped many families who have come to this decision. We can create a care package for your loved…

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes damage to the brain. People with Parkinson's have insufficient dopamine in their brain because some of the nerve cells that make this chemical have stopped working. According to the Parkinson’s Organisation, around 153,000 people in the UK are already living with Parkinson’s. It is…

According to the Campaign to End Loneliness Organisation, there are over 700,000 people in the UK aged over 65 that say they feel lonely. It is estimated that 20 percent of elderly people in the UK are mildly lonely and 8–10 percent are intensely lonely. Studies show that loneliness can…

At Bright Care, our Carers for dementia have extensive experience in supporting those with the condition. We understand that finding out you have dementia can be an upsetting time and sharing this news with your family and friends may result in a challenging conversation. Here is our advice on how…