We are thrilled to announce that we have been honoured with the prestigious Employer Award at last night's Bath Life Awards! This award recognises the best employers in the area, and we are incredibly proud to have been chosen as the winner. Since we started out in 2015, we have been on a mission to change the way carers are treated, and winning this award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.
We are thrilled to announce that Abney & Baker has been officially certified as a "Great Place To Work"!
If you're in the process of planning a healthy later life, you've probably focused on critical aspects like maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, mental fitness, and routine medical check-ups.
But there's a crucial element that often gets overlooked: the impact of socialising on health in later life.
Social connections profoundly affect the well-being and longevity of older adults, making them a vital part of healthy ageing.
In this blog post, we'll delve deep into the importance of socialising in promoting senior health, shed light on its role in healthy ageing, and share practical strategies for staying socially active and engaged in your golden years.
Lewy body dementia is a form of progressive dementia that affects more than 100,000 people in the UK alone. It can be difficult to understand and care for someone with Lewy Body Dementia at home, as it's often hard to recognise the signs early on.
This blog explores what Lewy Body Dementia is; its causes, symptoms, treatment and care at home. And we'll explain why professional assistance makes a difference when caring for someone with this disease.
Knowing about this disease and its symptoms can help you make an informed decision about treatment and your care options.
We are thrilled to announce that we have been honoured with the prestigious Employer Award at last night's Bath Life Awards! This award recognises the best employers in the area, and we are incredibly proud to have been chosen as the winner. Since we started out in 2015, we have been on a mission to change the way carers are treated, and winning this award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.
If you're in the process of planning a healthy later life, you've probably focused on critical aspects like maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, mental fitness, and routine medical check-ups.
But there's a crucial element that often gets overlooked: the impact of socialising on health in later life.
Social connections profoundly affect the well-being and longevity of older adults, making them a vital part of healthy ageing.
In this blog post, we'll delve deep into the importance of socialising in promoting senior health, shed light on its role in healthy ageing, and share practical strategies for staying socially active and engaged in your golden years.
As we age, prioritizing mental health is essential for a fulfilling and balanced lifestyle. Aging brings various challenges, including physical health changes, cognitive decline, and social adjustments. Focusing on mental well-being helps navigate these changes and maintain purpose, resilience, and happiness. Emotional well-being is as crucial as physical health, as both significantly impact our quality of life and ability to thrive in later life.
Parkinson's disease is a complex and progressive condition that can be challenging for both individuals and their families.
Caring for a loved one with Parkinson's disease can be a full-time job, and it can be challenging to manage the various symptoms and care needs that arise.
However, with the proper knowledge, support and resources, family carers can provide effective care and improve their loved one's quality of life.
Dementia is a term that encompasses a variety of cognitive disorders that affect memory, thinking, and behaviour making daily activities increasingly challenging.
With several different types of dementia, understanding the distinctions between them is crucial for accurate diagnosis, treatment, and support. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the various forms of dementia, their prevalence, symptoms, diagnosis, home care, and impact on communication, families, and effect the brain.
Read on for more information:
Lewy body dementia is a form of progressive dementia that affects more than 100,000 people in the UK alone. It can be difficult to understand and care for someone with Lewy Body Dementia at home, as it's often hard to recognise the signs early on.
This blog explores what Lewy Body Dementia is; its causes, symptoms, treatment and care at home. And we'll explain why professional assistance makes a difference when caring for someone with this disease.
Knowing about this disease and its symptoms can help you make an informed decision about treatment and your care options.
Dementia is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes loss of cognitive functions such as remembering, thinking, and reasoning. The loss of cognitive functioning eventually interferes with the affected individual's daily life and routine. In this blog, we share dementia friendly help at home ideas to help support you and your loved one.
Dementia and other related conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, can cause your loved one to have drastic changes in their behaviour and personality. As a result, they can hit, scratch, and even bite. They can also become insulting and aggressive towards their carer and other family members.
Read more here for how to cope with aggression & dementia: Causes & Coping for Home Caregivers.
The abnormal build-up of proteins around brain cells causes Alzheimer’s disease. This neurodegenerative brain disorder causes memory loss and negatively affects the thinking skills and ability to carry out normal day-to-day tasks.
Learn more about what the biggest causes of Alzheimer's and factors that increase the risk.
Caring for someone with dementia can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to make life easier.
One of the most important things to remember is that dementia is a progressive disease, which will get worse over time. As the disease progresses, the patient may lose the ability to dress, bathe, or use the toilet independently. They may also become more confused, restless, and agitated. In the later stages of dementia, the person may become bedridden or even lose the ability to speak.
No matter what type of dementia a person has, some basic things remain the same. People with dementia need help living independently. This is where you come in, as a home care worker, you can help with things like bathing, dressing, and grooming.
As part of your care services, you may also need to prepare meals, run errands, and provide companionship care. In this blog, we will talk about how to support someone with dementia care at home.
Sundowning is a pattern of deterioration that can occur in people with dementia. It typically happens late in the day, hence the name sundowning. There are many reasons why this occurs, and it can be frustrating for caregivers. In this blog post, we will discuss what sundowning is, why it happens, and how to help caregivers manage this difficult condition.
We’ve been making a stance against Carers being undervalued and lacking the respect and recognition they deserve since we set up Abney & Baker in 2015. We want to prove that a home care company designed to support and reward its Care team is the best way to transform the care industry. Our #NotJustACarer is a celebration of the positive impact Carer have on other people’s lives every day and the fact they need to be respected and valued for that.
Dementia is a neurodegenerative disease that leads to loss of cognitive functioning, such as thinking, remembering and reasoning. The loss of cognitive functioning eventually interferes with the affected individual's daily life and routine. Dementia affects people of all ages, but is most common in older adults.
There are many types of dementia, and the most common include Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, mixed dementia and frontotemporal dementia. Some people with dementia experience sudden changes in their behaviour.
Symptoms vary depending on which type of dementia is diagnosed. Dementia is a complex disease, each person experiences different symptoms, and their dementia is unique to them.
The severity of dementia varies from a mild stage to the most severe stage, depending on which part of the brain is affected.
Read more on the topic of our Dementia Guide for home care assistants.
Communicating with someone with dementia can be challenging. If you have a loved one with a dementia diagnosis, you may feel guilty for not being able to fully understand them. Progressive neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and dementia can cause the affected individual to struggle to communicate appropriately and they may get frustrated as they can struggle to get their point across.
Learn more here from our blog about “7 Things not to say to someone with dementia”.
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