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I've had to face the fact that we need to put my grandma into a nursing home. It's quite tricky, as in my culture we mainly look after old people in the family home, but it's become too hard to manage as her dementia has gotten worse, and it's quite unsafe to have her sharing a space with everyone. I felt guilty at first, but once we actually found a place in a nice nursing home with nurses to take care of her all day long, I realised it was the best decision for everyone. This blog is all about finding nursing home places for dementia patients.

Looking after my grandma

Finding a Nursing Home for a Relative With Mental Health Problems

4 November 2016
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For many elderly people with long-standing issues with mental health, such as schizophrenia, it can be challenging to find nursing home care due to their high care needs. Mental health issues can become more complex as people age and other age-related mental health issues can arise, such as dementia, which can complicate treatment. Here are some things to look for when you are reviewing nursing services for a loved one with mental illness. Read More

Respite Care Options For Elderly People

19 October 2016
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Caring for an elderly relative on a full-time basis can be a very rewarding but tiring undertaking, and it's important that you have a break from the routine every so often. Arranging respite care for your elderly charge is a good way of giving both of you a change of scene. But what options are available, and what are the pros and cons? Respite care options There are several options that you might like to consider for respite care including: Read More