Respite care is an important part of a care plan for both those receiving the care and those giving it. However, there are several types of respite care options, which can make it difficult to find the right choice for your situation.
At Old Alresford Cottage, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to all our residents, and much of that success is due to the dedication and passion of our team. This year, we were thrilled to celebrate a momentous occasion – a surprise event for our deputy manager, Sam Binfield-Woods, who marked 30 incredible years of service with us.
It is no secret that our health needs change as we age. It is inescapable. This is why regular health screenings are an important part of senior healthcare.
In the UK, approximately 14% of adults aged 60 and over live with a mental disorder. This goes to show that providing mental health support and care for your elderly loved ones is just as important as taking care of their physical health.
No matter what age you are, the nutrition you consume plays a pivotal role in your health. This has been proven to especially be the case for those with dementia, as the food eaten by a loved one with the disease can impact the speed it progresses.
As you age, keeping active is imperative for your well-being, both physically and mentally. Gardening and horticulture therapy is a great way to keep your loved one's mind active and encourage gentle physical movement.
"I am a qualified nurse myself and have seen and worked in a number of homes but have never seen such an amazing bunch of people in my life, they are truly wonderful. Affinity care should be proud of their home and their staff as they are second to none and in this day and age with so many negative reports on care homes it is refreshing to write so positively about your home. Thank you all"
"Whatever the future holds I know my wife would never be looked after better than she was at Old Alresford cottage"
"All the staff and residents made Mum feel really at home and I feel secure in the knowledge that she was safe and well cared for. Please pass on our thanks to the whole team"
