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How to help the elderly at Christmas
Ways to help a lonely older person this Christmas Christmas is a wonderful time of year, and many people love the festive season. However, it can be difficult for an older person who has lost their partner or who are on their own. Some older people feel that...
Winter home safety tips for the elderly
Getting ready for the winter weather The winter months are nearly upon us and as the weather gets colder, Keeping warm and safe becomes increasingly important for our seniors. If you have a loved one that is elderly and lives alone, helping them stay safe is...
The Importance of Social Interaction For Elderly People
The Importance of Social Interaction For Elderly People What is the importance of social interaction for elderly folks? Let’s talk about it. When it comes to social interactions, most of us don’t think about them too deeply. We go and see friends, family, or even just...
The Symptoms of High Blood Pressure in Elderly People
What are the symptoms of low blood pressure in elderly people? Let’s take a look. Low blood pressure is something which can affect anyone, but it is a dangerous occurrence which can be life-threatening. Low blood pressure is typically considered to be anything which...
The Benefits of Lifelong Learning For Seniors
There are many benefits to lifelong learning for seniors. Let’s take a look at some of them. When people begin to get older, this usually precedes a period of mental decline. This is largely due to the fact that as the body ages, the brain begins to slow down, and...
Eye tests for the elderly
For anyone who has older people in their life who haven't seen an Optician in a while, we recommend an eye test at least every two years (or as recommended by an Optometrist). It is not just about getting a pair of glasses, it is about improving confidence and quality...
What Are Good Hobbies For Seniors?
When it comes to our senior residents, we’ve put a lot of time into finding the best hobbies for them to enjoy in their free time. Part of this is making sure they are both engaging enough to keep our residents’ minds active and enjoyable enough to become an important...
Berkshire’s first home care provider to gain a GBC accreditation
Recent awards and accreditations Great Park Homecare is Berkshire’s first home care provider to gain the national Good Business Charter accreditation, indicating our commitment to responsible business behaviour. This entails committing to 10 components: real living...
Accredited Living Wage Employer
Recent awards and accreditations Great Park Homecare is extremely proud to be honoured as Berkshire's first homecare provider accredited as a Living Wage Employer. “For Adrian and I, it was the first thing we committed to as an employer when founding the company so we...
How Assistive Technology in Care Can Improve Your Life
Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution still holds today - our long-term survival depends on our ability to adapt. We can see this theory play out in the medical field. Researchers are creating life-changing assistive technology. Those who embrace it can hope to survive...