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December 6, 2023 Seasonal advice
Think H.E.A.T to keep elderly loved ones safe this winter
Follow these simple steps to ensure elderly loved ones stay warm this winter. Think H.E.A.T to keep safe and warm.
December 5, 2023 Dementia
Dementia-friendly activities for Christmas
We’ve compiled a list of Christmas activities to support those with dementia and their loved ones this festive period.
November 24, 2023 Story
How a personal alarm call panicked an intruder
An intruder was scared off by a customer's personal alarm and was caught by the police.
Recent articles
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.
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.
How to protect elderly relatives from bogus callers
Being the victim of a bogus caller can have a dramatic effect on you. Having your money or valuables stolen is bad enough. But the shame and humiliation that older people can feel after being...
Helping the elderly remain safe in winter
Staff at Taking Care went the extra mile to keep the 24 hour personal alarm service running to support thousands of vulnerable people across the UK when snow storms and extreme weather battered the UK.