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Daily Average Agreements for Minimum Wage

16/12/2015

After April 6th 2015, legislation will be changed concerning the daily average agreements for the minimum wage. This could have repercussions for live-in carers who are undertaking unmeasured work. ...

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Short Term Accommodation Rental

08/12/2015

As anyone working in live-in care knows, you often have housing provided for two weeks then have a week off where you need somewhere else to stay. Some have the option to stay with family members, whilst others do not. Even if you do have somewhere to stay, perhaps you would like to have the option of travelling around the UK and hotels can be a very expensive option. ...

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Live in Carers - Driving

03/12/2015

Sometimes it is mandatory for live-in carers to have a driving licence. Clients require mobility for a number of reasons such as shopping, day trips and visits. It stands to reason then that live-in carers are not only able to access a larger range of clients, but are able to provide them with easier access to the outside world. ...

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Music Therapy Helping those with Dementia

1//30/015

Age UK has hailed the benefits of music therapy for those suffering with dementia. ...

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Loneliness causes Declining Health in the Elderly

25/11/2015

Loneliness has been identified as more than just the desire to be around other people. It is also said to have grave health consequences, with a large amount of premature deaths attributable to the consequences of life lived alone. ...

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Reform Vital in Social Care

11/24/2015

Mitie, a leading provider of social care in the UK has called for immediate reforms within the care sector. ...

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End of Life Care

11/23/2015

This article is designed to help those carers who are dealing with clients reaching the end of their lives, and we aim to offer practical advice about how to make that experience as valuable as possible. It is aimed at non specialist workers and their managers. ...

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Live in Carers - What are Your Legal Rights for Breaks?

16/11/2015

Most live-in carers are very uncertain about what their legal rights are when it comes to break times. ...

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Working as a Self-Employed Carer

09/07/2021

There are many advantages and disadvantages to becoming a self-employed carer, as well as legal considerations that must be taken into account. ...

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Healthy Eating for the Elderly

11/05/2015

A healthy diet is important at all stages in life, although the body’s ability to absorb vitamins and nutrients declines over time. This is the main reason that care givers need to be conscientious about the type of meals that they provide for elderly clients. ...

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