Monthly Archives: June 2011
Carers need breaks – Give us a break.
Carers need breaks but some also need the support from SS which will enable them to have a break away. We have for many years posted information about places for carers to take a break, and by far the best is the Kiloran Trust. We are always glad to find out new places, please let us know.
Give us a break
on May 31, 2011 by Dave
Am sharing the details of this event on behalf of my good friend Jude, who is running what looks to be a really interesting project.
GIVE US A BREAK: Ideas for developing easy ways to source respite breaks for carers online
Give Us A Break tackles the feelings of social isolation that are often experienced by people caring for an ill, frail or disabled family member, friend or partner. Give Us a Break aims to ease the burden of caring by providing a few days away from day-to-day responsibilities, as well as ongoing support over the phone and online. It is the first project run by soundinnovation, a not-for-profit hub to develop projects with a social purpose.
GPs and nurses launch charter for end of life care
1 June 2011 Last updated at 01:17
The pledge aims to help patients think ahead to identify choices they may faceThe Charter for End of Life Care aims to ensure patients’ remaining days are as comfortable as possible.
Dignity in old age comes at a high price
Dignity in old age comes at a high price
Without radical reform of the way the elderly are cared for, we face an uncertain future, writes Joan Bakewell.
By Joan Bakewell
12:00AM BST 01 Jun 2011
Although many of us knew it was coming, we didn’t expect it to arrive quite so soon. But here the crisis is, presenting us with exactly the problem this country has long failed to face when it comes to caring for the elderly.
