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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 […]
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Avelon Live In Care has been following national guidance issued by the Department of Health and Social Care and Public Health England to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our staff, clients and partners during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guidance has been communicated with staff and clients to ensure individuals are aware of all preventative […]
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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11 September 2020 “In a few months, older and vulnerable people might be unable to source or afford the vital care they so desperately need”, warns the UK’s leading live-in care provider. The shortage of Care Workers from the EU countries, caused by the new immigration policy, will lead to a significant increase in […]
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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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Here at Avelon Live In Care we are absolutely delighted that we were recently able to celebrate and mark the incredible milestone of one of our client’s 100th birthday! Last weekend Eileen celebrated her 100th birthday in style, starting her day with the assistance of her live-in Care Workers who made sure she […]
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As the nights draw in and the autumnal weather puts a chill in the air, those of us who are usually called up for the annual NHS flu jab are likely to be getting those notifications. The annual flu vaccination programme was first introduced in England in the late 1960s, when vaccination was offered to those who […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about the effect of loneliness on ageing men and women… “It’s important to address loneliness just as we would address hunger by eating or tiredness by sleeping.” This quote comes from the Avelon Live In Care blog post ‘The Value of Companionship’ which sums up why […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about supporting mental health throughout the life course… “There is no health without mental health.” These were US Surgeon General David Satcher’s words in a report on mental health that was published in 1999. It’s become an iconic saying, indeed, it was the title of […]
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In her latest blog for us, Beth Britton writes about how to enhance your wellbeing through easy daily activities One of my biggest passions in my training and mentoring work is talking about wellbeing. The wellbeing of people being supported and the wellbeing of staff providing that support is incredibly important when thinking about […]
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