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January 26, 2023 Elderly care
Common signs of hearing loss in elderly people
We look at some of the common causes of hearing loss in the elderly to help you spot it early.
January 5, 2023 Company news
Important information & advice from Taking Care: Ambulance service strikes
With industrial action by ambulance workers planned during January, Taking Care have some important advice for customers.
January 18, 2023 Healthy ageing
Top 10 household tips for seniors living independently
Some everyday tasks can become more challenging in older years so we’ve compiled our top household tips.
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Personal alarm stories: Maintaining independence
Joan uses her personal alarm to live independently in her own home. Read how it helped her remain independent and get help in a fall.
Taking Care will further enhance Careline service
Chichester Careline will join Taking Care as the company expands it telecare services.
Busting the myths about personal alarms
If you have never used a personal alarm before then you may be worried about the cost or how it works. That is why we have compiled this list of common myths and preconceptions of...
Grandparents Day: Let's take a minute to appreciate grandparents
For many of us, grandparents are the family’s anchor. So if you have grandparents in your life, take a minute to appreciate them.
What is telecare?
Find out what telecare is and how it can help you remain independent at home with remote technology enabled care such as personal alarms and home adaptations.
Small steps for a dementia friendly home
It's hard to know what you can do to keep your loved ones safe in their home if they have dementia. We look at some small steps you can take as a start.
How does telecare work?
Learn how telecare can help you remain independent at home with remote technology enabled care such as personal alarms and home adaptations
Count me in - The benefits of volunteering for the elderly
Lots of studies show that volunteering is one of the best things you can do for your wellbeing. It doesn’t matter how old you are.