Every human life should be valued and treated with dignity. Dignity ultimately is a right; respecting someone during caring for them is essential. They need to be respected as a ‘whole’ and not just their illness when they are nearing the end of their life, as it is not as though the way they die […]
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One of the most notable ways we’re reminded of the imminent arrival of Christmas is when we hear Christmas music. From songs and carols on the radio, to festive TV adverts and the tinny music blaring out from shops, it’s either something you celebrate hearing or complain about. But imagine if you couldn’t do either. […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton celebrates Human Rights Day and challenges us all to uphold our rights as a beacon of fairness. “Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home — so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the […]
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Combatting loneliness is a topic we’re passionate about at Avelon Live In Care. It’s something we highlight and address all year round, but it comes into particularly sharp focus during the festive season, as this film from The Silver Line illustrates. Although Christmas is traditionally seen as a time when families come together, Age UK […]
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“Talking about death can be difficult, and some people find it especially hard to approach the subject with children. However, if we do not say anything then there is a chance that children will fill the blanks in for themselves and they might come to some unexpected conclusions.” – Dr Sarah Jones, Funeral Director at […]
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Winter is often a period in the year that many older people dread. Icy pavements pose a falls risk, keeping warm can be difficult and cold and flu viruses circulate. At Avelon Live In Care we aim to provide optimum support that helps to keep older people well and happy during the winter months […]
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Grief is something that we will all experience in our lives, whether we are grieving for a person we loved or a pet who was part of our family. Grief is hugely powerful in its ability to change everything about our life and how we feel, act and think, either in the short or long […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about a worldwide campaign to improve awareness of diabetes and gives advice for supporting a diabetic. Would you be able to spot diabetes in a family member? This is a key question that the people behind this year’s World Diabetes Day are asking, with statistics suggesting […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about depression and mental health and how to support a person who is depressed. Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the UK and worldwide. Indeed, depression was second only to high blood pressure in data looking at common health conditions […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about Armistice Day and the huge contribution and sacrifice of armed forces personnel past and present For as long as I can remember, the UK Remembrance commemorations have held a special place in my heart. As a child, my understanding of the importance of the […]
Read MoreIn a previous blog we’ve shared with you a day in the life of a live-in Care Worker. Here’s a look at an overview of the role and what a Care Manager does day-to-day… Get up and ready Every day at approximately 8am, we send a report to every Care Manager. This report outlines any […]
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Over the last few months, we have been all cheering and supporting our amazing NHS, Care Workers and other key workers, who dedicate their lives to helping others and keeping the country going, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Live-in Care Workers, such as those from Avelon Live In Care, ensure older and vulnerable people can […]
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