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Your questions answered

Caring for a loved one can be a challenge. That's why we've gathered up tips from a range of specialists in care for older people. Our guides cover topics like keeping active and independent in older age, how to help a loved one stay healthy and hydrated and dealing with the symptoms of dementia. 

You can explore all the advice our experts have to offer by downloading the free guides below.

Our free guides

One step at a time

From the moment you receive an early diagnosis to learning to live well with dementia, we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we’ve produced ‘One step at a time’, a video guide to navigating dementia. 

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Let's talk about dementia

Despite growing awareness around dementia, the condition remains fairly misunderstood. In this guide, we provide sought-after answers to questions we’ve been asked by relatives of residents in our homes or members of our local communities

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A helping hand

We’ve pooled the expertise of our colleagues and fellow carers to produce a guide full of practical and emotional advice for those caring for a relative or friend.

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Listen, talk, connect

Struggling to have meaningful conversations with a loved one who is living with dementia? Our guide offers inspiration from families and Care UK professionals.

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Eating as we age

Stay healthy in older age with our professional tips for nutrition and hydration – including delicious and quick recipes for you to try.

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Good to go

For those living with dementia – and their carers – getting out and about is incredibly important. Here, we explain how to plan trips, tackle issues that might arise and make the most out of every outing, big or small.

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As easy as ABC

Ensure an older loved one stays active and engaged with our guide, packed with 100 ideas for maintaining hobbies, interests and activities.

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Making every drink count

Dehydration is a common problem in later life, with consequences including confusion, falls, pressure ulcers and UTIs. Our catering experts have developed a guide packed with facts, information and recipes to keep older people healthy and hydrated.

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