Caring is personal - and so is good advice.
Welcome to the Your Care blog, where we share practical tips, guidance for families, and insights from the world of home support. Whether you're arranging care for a loved one, navigating daily challenges, or just looking for reassurance, we’re here to offer helpful, human advice - every step of the way.
With temperatures soaring across the UK, heat health warnings have been issued to protect vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly and those living with dementia. In this blog, we provide...
At Your Care, we know that even a gentle stroll can work wonders. This May, we’ve been celebrating National Walking Month - a chance to celebrate the simple joy of moving more, especially for t...
Dementia Action Week | 12 to 18 May 2025 At Your Care, we know that living with dementia isn’t always easy, but no one should face it alone. This Dementia Action Week, we’re shining a lig...
As we age, maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes increasingly important. Proper nutrition and wellness practices can help the elderly to stay active, prevent disease, and enhance their quality...
At Your Care, we stand firmly against the one-hour care visit model, a standard practice for many traditional care agencies. Our commitment to providing two-hour visits stems from real-world...
Bill and Margaret had been married for over 50 years, but their golden years were far from easy. Bill, who was visually impaired and physically frail, had been receiving minimal care—just 30 m...
Why Switching to Decaf is a Simple Change that Can Make Life Easier for You or Your Loved Ones with Dementia When it comes to small adjustments with big impacts, switching to decaf drinks is...
If a person isn’t eating enough, it can lead to weight loss and less muscle strength. You’ll find they may also feel tired and weak, making them prone to falls. This can make them frailer and les...
Who is Your Care? We are a family run introduction agency based in South Glos. We have been operating for almost 8 years now and have many happy clients and personal assistants. Your Care was...
Sleep and dementia. Did you know a good night’s sleep slows cognitive decline, prevents falls and injuries, improves mood and helps balance the sleep-wake cycle? So, with 7 out of 10 people l...
When we first met Irene she was a very independent 90 year old who lived alone in a beautiful bungalow in Downend. Sadly Irene’s husband Denis had passed away a few years ago and with no c...
Refusing to take medication could be a response to being confused or feeling afraid of what they’re being asked to do, they might also feel like they don’t have any control over their life, which c...
