Our care & retirement living blog

Wondering how to avoid care home costs? From state support to asset protection, explore legal ways to reduce fees while ensuring quality care. Read more!

What is live-in home care? The definition of what it is can often be a source of confusion for some people. We attempt to demystify this in this blog.

Can you get power of attorney for someone with dementia? Yes -  but only if they still have mental capacity to understand and approve the arrangement.

Can I refuse to pay care home fees? The answer is complex —but there are funding options and legal risks to consider. Learn your rights and next steps today.

Discover how to find the best care homes in Colchester with our guide. Explore top-rated homes, their amenities, accessibility, and what makes them unique.

Do you get disability living allowance living in a care home? Discover how care home living affects DLA and alternative benefits like Attendance Allowance.

Discover the biggest challenges of moving into a care home with dementia and learn practical strategies to ease the transition for your loved one.

The best care homes in Leeds would surprise you. Some of these are facilities you never knew existed in the city. Read our blog to find out more.

Read our ultimate guide to moving to a care home in a different area and find out about some of the major things they do not tell you when changing care homes.