Our care & retirement living blog

Advocates can help you understand your health and social care options, express your wishes, and make decisions on your behalf. Learn more about advocacy and who might need it.

Discharge to Assess (D2A) is a short-term care package that helps people regain their independence after a hospital stay. Learn more about how D2A works and how it can benefit you or a loved one.

Person-centred care puts the person receiving care at the heart of the decision-making process, respecting their individual needs and preferences. Learn more about what it means and how it affects the care you or your loved one will receive.

Health care assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in nursing homes, supporting registered nurses and providing care to residents. Learn more about the role of an HCA and the benefits they offer to residents and nursing homes.

Just in case medication is prescribed to manage symptoms towards the end of life. It is a small supply of medication kept at the patient's home, which can be used to treat specific symptoms. Learn more about who can administer the medicine, when it is used and what happens when it is no longer needed.

CHC Funding is a package of free care and support for adults who have complex or unpredictable medical care needs. To be eligible, you must have a ‘primary health need’. Find out more about eligibility, the assessment process, and what to do if funding is refused.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of health and social care services in England. It inspects and rates services to ensure they are safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. This blog post demystifies some of the key CQC terminology, so you can better understand how the CQC operates and how it affects you.

If you are considering a move into a care home, how much will you have to pay, and what will the fees include? Freelance writer, Hannah Rowe provides some answers in this article.

Finding nursing homes for parents is not a quick process (unless you are extremely lucky and have the perfect place on your doorstep!). It involves research, seeking recommendations, and visiting potential facilities.