Offering care services across England, we enable our clients to live safely and independently at home. We care for the elderly and support young adults and children. Our specialisation is in nursing and complex care services.
Offering care services across England, we enable our clients to live safely and independently at home. We care for the elderly and support young adults and children. Our specialisation is in nursing and complex care services.
Whether due to mobility concerns or other physical limitations, it can become more difficult to get out and about as we get older. This can sometimes limit the number of activities older people can participate in and can even lead to feelings of loneliness or isolation.
However, just because we may be spending more time indoors doesn’t mean that we can’t still have fun and engaging experiences. There are many enjoyable activities for older people that can be done from the comfort of home.
Ann Marie has received outstanding feedback from clients family members and social workers regarding the care that she provides, she clearly makes a huge difference at every visit by valuing the relationships she has with clients and their families.
Everyone at Prestige Nursing + Care and Elite Care Scotland is delighted that
Occupational therapy is a method of helping people lead independent and productive lives by allowing them to recover or develop skills needed to complete daily tasks. While occupational therapy can be utilised by those of any age, it has been known to be quite beneficial for seniors who feel as if they are no longer able to meet day-to-day challenges, both physically and mentally.
Occupational therapists will first work to understand an individual’s specific needs, by talking with the client, his or her family members, friends, and primary doctor/physician. They also take into [...]
Social media has exploded in popularity in recent years, changing how we communicate, explore our hobbies and stay in touch with family and friends. It is often associated with young people, but elderly people can get just as much enjoyment and benefit out of using it.
If you have an elderly friend or relative who you think could benefit from social media, here’s a look at the fantastic benefits along with some guidelines to follow.
BENEFITS OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR OLDER PEOPLEElderly people can get a lot out of social media. For many, it is something completely new, [...]
2015 was a year that required a grand solution to a social care crisis that is rapidly becoming acute – and it is unfortunate that this has yet to materialise. May’s General Election was seen as a potential turning point in the sector’s fortunes, and although social care took a back seat on the electoral agenda, it was positive to see a range of parties at least acknowledge that the sector requires radical reform.
The Conservative Party’s victory was a cause for concern for the social care sector, given its track record of cutting services and reducing public sector funding. This isn’t [...]
There’s never been a better time to get into care work than at Christmas. Find all you need to know about caring over the festive season with Prestige Nursing.
In December 2014, research from Age UK showed that over 400,000 elderly people were worried about spending Christmas alone. It’s very concerning that some of the most vulnerable people in society have to spend the festive season without company – especially when you consider that loneliness has been shown to compound some of the issues that elderly adults regularly face. For example, research has suggested that loneliness could accelerate the effects of [...]
When the weather turns, elderly people have less opportunity to get outside. But staying active is important throughout the year, not just in the summer. It keeps them healthy, helps them to sleep better, and helps to ward off boredom and depression.
Here are some activities your elderly relative can enjoy either on their own or with you.
ShoppingShopping is a great way to get out and about, so head to the local shopping centre where the weather won’t be a problem. Look in the shops, stop off in the café for a [...]
Last week the European Court of Justice ruled that companies must include time spent travelling to and from first and last appointments as working time, where previously this time had not been considered as work. This now means that many employers of care workers, sales representative and tradespeople – amongst others – could potentially be in breach of European regulation if they fail to take this change into account. Experts claim that workers in Britain could now potentially claim for travel time under the National Minimum Wage Act.
While Prestige Nursing + Care recognise that care workers deserve a wage that reflects [...]
We’re delighted to announce that at Prestige Nursing + Care we are holding a month of fundraising events in aid of Independent Age, where we hope to raise £20,000.
Throughout September, in the lead up to Older People’s Day, our staff at branches throughout the country will be taking part in events from sponsored walks and car boot sales to cake sales and open days. Their clients will also have the opportunity to get involved along with the local communities that they serve across the country. We’d love it if you could join us too.
It’s thrilling to see so many local Prestige [...]
Leading an environmentally friendly lifestyle and reducing our carbon footprint is becoming more important than ever. Often we encourage the young to go green to instil positive values for life, but there is no reason why your elderly parent cannot start to lead a greener lifestyle too.
If you have an elderly parent or relative, encouraging them to lead a greener lifestyle can be a fun and rewarding way to spend time.
Buy Locally and Grow Your OwnOne way to make an instant difference and lead a more eco-friendly lifestyle is to [...]
