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We’re Planning a Summer Holiday with the Children — But Who Will Look After Mum?
Going on Holiday When an Elderly Parent Needs Support: A Practical Guide for Families Many families look forward to holidays, […]
How can I tell if my mum needs help at home?
How can I tell if my mum needs help at home? Not every warning sign is obvious. Often, it is […]
My grandmother is coming home after a long hospital stay — what should we expect?
“My grandmother is coming home after a long hospital stay — what should we expect?” When an older family member […]
“My partner is being discharged from hospital and I still work — is short-term help available while they recover?”
“My partner is being discharged from hospital and I still work — is short-term help available while they recover?” When […]
“My family member is being discharged from hospital — what should I ask the doctor and plan for before they come home?”
“My family member is being discharged from hospital — what should I ask the doctor and plan for before they […]
“My mum has dementia and is being discharged from hospital — how can we make sure she’s safe at home straight away?”
When a parent with dementia is discharged from hospital, families often feel a mixture of relief and anxiety. You may […]
My elderly parent doesn’t want strangers in the house — what are our care options?
“My elderly parent doesn’t want strangers in the house — what are our care options?” It’s a situation many families […]
My mum is 81 and doesn’t want to go to the doctor. She says she doesn’t want to ‘bother anyone.’ How can we gently encourage her to attend her check-ups?
Many families reach a point where they begin to worry about an ageing parent’s health — especially when a mother […]
My mum is in her 90s and refuses to take her medication — is this normal?
Short answer: Yes. Medication refusal is very common among people in their late 80s and 90s. This is one of […]