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September 8, 2022 Story
Staff Stories - Laura Walton, Customer Services Advisor
Meet Laura, one of our Customer Services Advisors who helps to keep our customer happy and reassured.
September 14, 2022 Telecare Alarms
Keep your personal alarm running for 38p per month
If you are worried about cost of living crisis, it is reassuring to know personal alarm running costs are minimal.
September 20, 2022 Healthy ageing
Tips to help pensioners with energy bills by reducing usage
Saving money on energy bills is important at the moment, especially for pensioners on a fixed income.
Recent articles
What has to be done when someone dies
A step-by-step guide with advice about what to do when someone passes away.
The analogue phone line switch off
Our Customer Service team have been explaining what the digital upgrade will mean for analogue phone lines.
Enjoying the company of new friends and partners
When we retire, we often lose daily interaction and conversations with people with a shared purpose so how can you get to know new people?
How to monitor elderly parents remotely at home
Remote monitoring can help families and carers support elderly loved ones from a distance.
Can a hospital force you to go into a nursing home in the UK?
We discuss your rights and the circumstances when a nursing home or care home may need to be considered.
A guide to walking aids
Walking aids such as walking sticks, rollators and zimmer frames can greatly help your independence, if you choose the right model for you.
What is Taking Care doing to deal with the coronavirus pandemic?
Find out how we are keeping our personal alarm customers and staff safe during coronavirus. We continue to provide 24/7 alarm services during Covid.
The 8 most common types of in-home care for your loved ones
Considering home care? We explain the most common types of in-home care.