Categories for Awareness
January 9, 2020 5:06 pm
In the UK there are more than 700,000 individuals living with autism, however, less than 15% of these people are in full-time employment. This is a dispiriting figure when you consider the many skills and talents people with autism have, skills which are highly beneficial in the workplace. Autism Spectrum Disorder is not a disease or illness and it cannot be cured – the unique elements of autism are an integral part of the person’s make-up. As it is defined across a spectrum, people with autism will all experience it in a unique way, however, it usually has some effect on how individuals communicate and interact with others. As well, it is also important to remember that autism is not...
July 4, 2019 8:00 am
At Home Care Preferred, we understand that not all families can afford at home care for their loved ones and often result in taking on the carer role themselves. With last month’s Carers Week raising awareness we wanted to highlight some key statistics and share some information about the unpaid carers of the UK. According to Carers Week, a registered charity in the UK: “Almost 72% of carers in the UK said they had suffered mental ill health as a result of caring, whilst well over 61% said their physical health had worsened.” National Charities have warned that “unless more support is provided, the UK’s carers won’t be healthy enough to care for loved ones in the future.” In addition, “The...
January 6, 2019 10:15 am
Most people with dementia wish to remain in their own homes for as long as possible, but as a person’s dementia progresses they may find everyday tasks more difficult. These can range from using the stairs to taking medication. Using equipment and making adaptations to the home environment can help someone to continue to do things for themselves for longer. This can help the person with dementia to stay independent, and can offer family and carers the reassurance of the person’s safety and security. Everyone with dementia experiences the condition differently. What may be useful for one person may not be appropriate for another. The needs of each person will also change as their dementia progresses. Not everything included...
October 1, 2018 3:05 pm
Earlier this month The Mayor of Enfield, Christine Hamilton and MP for Enfield Southgate, Bambos Charalambous, both flexed their limbo skills for the launch of our new social media based fundraising campaign, ‘Care To Limbo’. Launched this October, with the help of local dignitaries as well as celebrity sportsmen such as British track sprinter Dwain Chambers and QPR footballers, Care To Limbo is designed to help raise awareness and funds for four chosen charities; Alzheimer’s Society, Carers UK, Crisis and Macmillan Cancer Support. A similar concept to the “ice bucket challenge”, Care To Limbo challenges people around the world to record themselves doing the limbo dance, and we have already seen people in France and Italy pick up the limbo gauntlet. ...
August 8, 2017 12:39 pm
Following last year’s extremely successful sell-out event, Home Care Preferred are excited to announce we will be hosting another ‘We’ll Meet Again’ musical evening this October in collaboration with the talented Compton Players, with all profits being donated to the wonderful charity Alzheimer’s Research UK. It’s set to be a great night filled with all your favourite songs, fashion and stories from war time 1940’s. Last year the spectacle entertained the whole family with Grandparents, Grandchildren and Parents alike all getting into the spirit of the evening – waving their union jack flags and singing along to the much loved and remembered tunes of World War Two. The evening includes a full fish & chip supper, and of course...
June 15, 2017 5:31 pm
The temperatures are set to sore across the UK! While this is welcome news for many, it can cause major health problems for the elderly if the appropriate precautions aren’t taken. The Met Office has issued a warning that 70% of the United Kingdom will see heatwave conditions over Sunday and Monday. NHS England has compiled a heatwave plan to ensure we can all bask in the glorious summer sunshine safely. They recommend: Looking after yourself and others during hot weather Supporting vulnerable people, particularly the elderly) before and during a heatwave Look after children during a heatwave The main risks posed by a heatwave are: dehydration (not having enough water) overheating, which can make symptoms worse for people who...
June 12, 2017 5:12 pm
This week marks Diabetes Week, an annual highlight in the charity Diabetes UK’s calendar, which aims to raise awareness of the conditions and vital funds for their work. This year’s theme is Know Diabetes. Fight Diabetes. In-keeping with the theme, we have delved into this condition to determine if you can reduce your risk, giving us the knowledge to ensure we minimise our chances of developing the condition. You can reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented. But around 3 in 5 cases of Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or prevented by making simple changes in our everyday lives. How can I reduce my risk? Some of the risk factors for type 2...
May 14, 2017 5:11 pm
Last week, local child actors Jayda and Hassan last week starred in a short film commissioned by ourselves & produced by local production firm Crooked House Films. The film is being launched as part of the National Dementia Awareness Week (May 15th to 19th) and features the two children talking about dementia including interesting facts about the condition. The film ultimately points viewers to the charity Alzheimer’s Research. We decided to use local children to highlight the importance of education regarding the condition. Sadly the statistic show that the majority of the population will be affected by dementia in some way. Therefore it is essential that as a community we are equipped with the knowledge to become a dementia friendly...
May 2, 2017 2:04 pm
What is a stroke? A stroke is a brain attack. It happens when the blood supply to part of your brain is cut off. Without blood your brain cells can be damaged or die. This damage can have different effects, depending on where it happens in your brain. A stroke can affect the way your body works as well as how you think, feel and communicate. What are the different types of strokes? Ischaemic stroke – This is the most common type and when there is a blockage that cuts of blood to the brain. Haemorrhagic stroke – This is caused by a bleeding around the brain Transient ischaemic attack or TIA – also known as a mini-stroke. It is...
February 15, 2017 12:26 pm
Approximately half of the British public views the NHS as the biggest issue facing the country (beating brexit) according the latest Ipsos MORI index. 49% of the public believe our National Health Service is the biggest concern blighting Britain, this is a 9% rise since the last survey was conducted in December – and highlights that concerns are are their highest level since 2003. The proportion who view the NHS as the country’s largest issue reigns supreme across a wide range of demographic groups who were questioned, this view spiked amongst women (54%) and over 65s (55%). NHS is also the biggest issue across all social grade and age brackets, apart from those aged 55+ in the social grade ABC1...
