Category: Our Home

Supporting Your Parent’s Recovery: Exploring Residential Care Homes After Major Treatment

Following your parent’s major treatment, whether surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or another complex procedure, their well-being becomes your top priority.  The desire to bring them home may be strong, but regaining strength and managing daily activities independently can be a significant challenge. Considering a care home, even temporarily, can provide the ideal environment for a smooth […]

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Meaningful lifestyles: tailored living: A personalised approach for care home resident.

Our journey begins with you—getting to know everything about your loved one. Through collaborative efforts, we gather details about care home resident family, friends, jobs, hobbies, routines, holidays, and even their favourite foods. This information becomes a part of their life history book, serving as the cornerstone of their personalised care plan. In our eyes, […]

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A heartfelt visit from St. Catherine’s Hospice: Connecting communities with Hilgay care home residents

At Hilgay Care Home, we recently had the pleasure of hosting a heartwarming visit for the care home residents from Wayne Stepney, Head of Site Services at St. Catherine’s Hospice. It was an enlightening experience that not only brought our community closer but also shed light on the incredible work done by the hospice. Understanding […]

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Understanding what a carer is and the importance of self-care for prioritising your mental and physical well-being

When you take on the role of a carer, it’s essential to prioritise your mental and physical health. As a carer, you dedicate a significant amount of time and energy to ensuring the well-being of your loved one. However, it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself as a carer is as equally important. […]

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