Category: advice

Christmas Chaos and Hidden Concerns: When Family Reunions Reveal the Need for Care

The festive season is upon us, a time for twinkling lights, roaring fires, and most importantly, family. But amidst the flurry of gift wrapping and carolling, a quieter reality can […]

The Best Exercises for People With Parkinson’s Disease

Physical exercise can have transformative benefits for those dealing with Parkinson’s disease, helping them manage their symptoms and improve overall vitality. From targeted aerobic activities to strength training and balance-enhancing […]

Why Is a Minimum of a Two Hour Care Visit Beneficial?

At Ashridge Home Care we pride ourselves on our commitment to our clients. One of the aspects of our service is ensuring that our visiting care has a criteria that […]

Are You a Live-In Carer and Unhappy With Your Current Employer?

At Ashridge we are very confident in how we look after our carers, however we know from what our new recruits tell us that this is not the experience of […]

Working in a Care Home vs Being a Home Carer

In the realm of caregiving, two prominent options stand out: working in care homes and being a live-in home carer. While both roles involve providing essential support to those in […]

Working in association with the Chilterns MS Centre to support locals with neurological conditions

The Chilterns MS Centre is delighted to have formed a new association with Ashridge Home Care, an award-winning local provider offering personalised one to one care to those who need […]

Preventing Loneliness Amongst Older LGBT+ Adults

In February last year we posted about the need for more person-centred care for LGBT+ people. But how can we help to combat the issue of loneliness amongst older LGBT+ […]

Caring for an elderly loved one with limited mobility .. when to seek care support.

Caring for an elderly loved one with limited mobility requires patience, compassion and a lot of hard work, but with the right approach, it can be a rewarding experience. It’s […]

Six things you should know before arranging 24 hour live-in home care for an elderly loved one.

Have you been putting off thinking about or arranging elderly care, whether it’s for you or a loved one? Are you, or do you know a loved one, finding this winter […]