You might find it difficult to discuss with an elderly relative the idea of getting help. Here we offer some tips on how to approach this conversation. We sometimes find that elderly people are wary about starting with a companion. It can be hard for anyone to accept that they need help, especially later in…
Edinburgh is a great city for spending time with an older person. There are so many places to visit and things to do! In this blog post, we will list six of our favourite places to go. Whether you want to enjoy a cup of coffee and some cake, play a game of pool or…
Sandwiched between caring for elderly parents and their own children, so-called sandwich carers are on the increase Sandwich carers, or even The Sandwich Generation is a name given to adults, often in their 40s or 50s, who need to provide care for their own children and also their elderly parents. The name comes from them…