From ensuring they are registered with a professional body to deciding on the level of support needed, here’s what you need to know about bringing professional care support into your home, or that of an older loved one …
An ageing population means there are increasing numbers of people in the UK struggling to get the care they need. A recent study by Age UK has found an estimated 1.6 million people aged over 65 have unmet needs for care, and about 40% of older people don’t feel they have enough support to manage their health conditions. That’s only expected to increase in the future. One forecast from the Alzheimer’s Society, for example, suggests the number of people with dementia in the UK is set to double by 2051.
There are older people who receive additional help in the home – either via family and friends acting as carers or through home care services companies. This may only be on a temporary basis, while someone recovers from a fall, for example, or gets used to being at home after a stay in hospital. Or it may be a longer-term arrangement.
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