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John Swaffield
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John is a digital marketing and web technology professional with a strong combination of marketing experience, creative design expertise and project management experience. John is a graduate of the Open University and the University of Plymouth, and has a diploma in Professional Marketing from the CIM.
Spotlight on Carers report
Our "Spotlight on Carers" report looks at the issues that millions of unpaid carers face, including those who feel trapped caring for elderly parents in the UK. One in two adults feel that they will have no choice but to care for their elderly parents when they become too frail, and many raised concerns about access to care options in their area.
The report explores attitudes towards caring for elderly parents and the barriers that adults in the sandwich generation face to accessing care support for their frail relatives.
Guides and advice by John Swaffield
Nov 06, 2024
Long lie falls and health complications
Sep 26, 2024
How to prevent slips, trips and falls
Sep 04, 2024
How can AI help the elderly?
Aug 19, 2024
Pension Credit explained
Aug 13, 2024
Guide to elderly hip replacement recovery
Jul 23, 2024
Choosing a stairlift: solutions for older adults
Jul 17, 2024
Common causes of dizziness in elderly people
Jun 25, 2024
What is the normal temperature for elderly people?
Jun 19, 2024
The main causes of UK heatwave deaths
Jun 12, 2024
Why seniors should embrace lifelong learning
May 30, 2024
Spotting the signs of elder abuse
May 22, 2024
Guide to back pain in the elderly
May 16, 2024
Tips for supporting mental health in older adults
May 01, 2024
Tips for balancing work and caregiving
Apr 30, 2024
The pros and cons of retirement villages
Apr 25, 2024
A guide to downsizing your home in later life
Apr 24, 2024
Navigating divorce in later life
Apr 09, 2024
Signs of malnutrition in the elderly
Mar 22, 2024
Popular independent living aids for seniors
Mar 19, 2024
Common heart problems in elderly people
Feb 23, 2024
The ultimate guide to meal prepping for older adults
Feb 06, 2024
What causes bruising in the elderly?
Jan 10, 2024
Guide to elderly benefits and entitlements
Dec 12, 2023
Signs of pneumonia in elderly people
Nov 24, 2023
How a personal alarm call panicked an intruder
Nov 09, 2023
Fairy tale princesses re-imagined as senior citizens
Oct 12, 2023
Winter home safety tips for older adults
Sep 26, 2023
Tips for writing and updating a Will
Sep 18, 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Ageing
Sep 14, 2023
Tips for managing stress in the elderly
Aug 21, 2023
Top brain games for seniors
Jul 26, 2023
Tips for safer online shopping for elderly people
Jul 11, 2023
Guide to allergies in the elderly
Jul 05, 2023
Kitchen safety tips for seniors
Jun 14, 2023
Signs of type 2 diabetes in the elderly
Jun 05, 2023
Spotlight on Carers: Caring for elderly relatives
May 24, 2023
Eight great sports for elderly people to try
Sep 07, 2022
How to sleep with Sciatica and lower back pain
Feb 16, 2022
The analogue phone line switch off
Jan 25, 2022
How to monitor elderly parents remotely at home
Jun 07, 2021
How to lift a fallen person
Oct 19, 2020
What types of alarms should you have at home?
Sep 28, 2020
How to reduce bruising after a fall
Jul 19, 2019
Personal alarm stories: Getting a fall alarm
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Aanchal Raghav
Content author and reviewer
Aanchal has a background in chemistry and marketing and has a passion for copywriting. In her role as a content author, Aanchal speaks with customers and staff to collect real-life case studies of how personal alarms have supported people's independence and provided their families with reassurance.
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Andy Ridpath
Head of Customer Experience
A senior operations leader with experience of the provision of large scale service operations in both the private and public sector, specifically national consumer and healthcare services, logistics and NHS Primary Care.
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Ashley Roberts
Operational Trainer
Ashley is Taking Care's Dementia Champion and trains our Emergency Resolution and Customer Service teams.
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Daniel Lennox
Head of Sales and Marketing
Daniel has a strong background in customer research and insight. He has experience of business and marketing strategy across a variety of industries, including eldercare and technology enabled care.
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Dr Soha Daru
Psychologist
Dr Soha Daru is a psychologist with over 15 years experience. She has worked in the NHS, as well as with AXA and Simply Health. Dr Daru also works as a Lecturer in Counselling and Psychotherapy at the University of Leeds.
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Gemma Clay
Founder at Deerly
Gemma is founder of Deerly, experts in care technology.
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Georgina Colman
Founder of Purpl Discounts
Georgina is the founder of Purpl and has been living with multiple sclerosis since 2003.
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Jacqueline Hooton
Fitness coach
Jacqueline is a coach and Women's Best Ambassador who helps women in their 50s and 60s get strong, fit and healthy, avoid physical decline and enjoy optimal ageing.
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Lauren Frake
Customer Services Manager
Lauren has worked in Taking Care's Customer Service team for 10 years. She is dedicated to ensuring customers receive the best possible service. In her role, Lauren talks with customers every day and her team resolve a broad range of customer inquiries, including billing and upgrades.
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Lavina Mehta MBE
Speaker and wellness coach
Lavina is a fitness instructor, speaker and wellness coach with an MBE for services in health and fitness.
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Peter Thnoia
Prescribing Pharmacist and Chief Product and Innovation Officer
Peter is a seasoned Prescribing Pharmacist and the Chief Product and Innovation Officer at PillTime.
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Sarah O'Callaghan
Head of Business Development
Sarah leads Taking Care's Business Development team, working closely with local authorities, housing associations and telecare equipment manufacturers.
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Shaun Slaney
Technical Manager
Shaun is responsible for evaluating and testing new personal alarm products so our customers can have the best and most innovative solutions available. Shaun has experience of the health, wellness and fitness industries. He has previously worked for Age UK, as well as the Ministry of Defence.
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Steve Gates
Managing Director
Managing Director of Taking Care and experienced leader in the health, insurance and financial services markets.
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Stuart Ellis
Head of IT
Stuart has a track record of IT programme delivery in both private and public sectors. Stuart has been actively involved with the TSA (Telecare Services Association) and chaired the TSA Special Interest Group for Digital Social Alarm Protocol Guidance.