What is Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) ? The Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) is a movement with the aim to bring about a society-wide response to…
CarewatchMarch 20, 2018
Are your mealtimes pleasant, warm occasions? Nutritious food is essential for good health and, as well as satisfying hunger, a meal is an opportunity for…
CarewatchMarch 16, 2018
12 February Fundraising is a great way to give something back, no matter what your chosen charity. There are many different ways that you can…
CarewatchMarch 15, 2018
At Carewatch Oxford, our office here is a satellite office designed to ensure staff have a location to be based from. Our home care service…
CarewatchMarch 13, 2018
Why are older people more likely to have depression? As we age, there are many more things that might cause us to become depressed; Loss…
CarewatchMarch 11, 2018
16 May After you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dementia, it is important to plan ahead to ensure that the person who…
CarewatchMarch 10, 2018
Carewatch has been supporting people to live at home, independently and with dignity, by providing high quality care at home for 20 years. Over the…
CarewatchMarch 9, 2018
The technology market is booming, and with all the new gadgets and wearables being launched, there is also a lot of innovation in how we…
CarewatchMarch 7, 2018
A new home care contract awarded by Warrington Borough Council to Carewatch will create 50 new jobs in the town. The Council has awarded Carewatch…
CarewatchMarch 5, 2018
On Friday 25th September Carewatch Support Centre based in Milton Keynes, along with many other Carewatch offices across the country, took part in Macmillan’s World’s…
CarewatchMarch 5, 2018
A planned stay in hospital can be a daunting experience, especially when you have to plan ahead for your stay. There are often many arrangements…
CarewatchMarch 1, 2018
Like any other disease, an early diagnosis of dementia can make a great difference in finding the best available support systems, making the right choices…
CarewatchFebruary 25, 2018
Carewatch Kingston, scooped three Home Care Awards at the Carewatch annual conference; Team Member of the Year, Franchisee of the Year, and Care & Support…
CarewatchFebruary 23, 2018
19 November 2018 On average 150,000 people a year suffer from a stroke Strokes often happen suddenly and can turn people's lives completely on their…
CarewatchFebruary 22, 2018
25 July 2018 For those that have somehow missed throngs of ladies running round in pink attire, Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is a…
CarewatchFebruary 11, 2018
28 May Dementia is a progressive illness, and although each individual's journey through it is unique, you will find there are 4 main stages: Stage…
CarewatchFebruary 10, 2018
02 March Many people assume that a brain tumour is a type of condition that affects everyone in the same way. In fact, there are…
CarewatchFebruary 8, 2018
21 February February is National Heart Month. Most of us know we could be a bit healthier in looking after our heart. So, why should…
CarewatchJanuary 28, 2018
Caring for a child with a learning disability, although rewarding, can be extremely hard work. Learning disabilities have certain traits, the presentations of these traits…
CarewatchJanuary 24, 2018
David Lyon, Chief Executive of Carewatch Care Services, comments: “The concept of presenting a solution for the NHS that involves GP empowerment and effective working…
CarewatchJanuary 22, 2018
12 October On Friday 25th September Carewatch Forth held a Macmillan Coffee Morning, in partnership with other companies in their building. The coffee morning was…
CarewatchJanuary 21, 2018
29 October Becoming a dementia friend means that you will be able to understand more about what it's like to live with dementia. Helping to…
CarewatchJanuary 19, 2018
West Berkshire Council has awarded Carewatch Reading the contract to deliver Extra Care services in Newbury. The contract began at the end of August and…
CarewatchJanuary 16, 2018
16 April Studies have shown that those who engage in physical leisure activities such as yoga, for at least 20 minutes once a week, are…
CarewatchJanuary 8, 2018
On Easter Monday, our team joined up with Pet Shop Girls, a local charity fund raising team to raise funds to help our local First…
CarewatchJanuary 4, 2018
Being a family carer for a loved one with a health condition can be a highly demanding role. Although it is also a rewarding one…
CarewatchDecember 20, 2017
Care services ar regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), this is to ensure that the services we provide are safe, effective, well-led, caring and…
CarewatchDecember 18, 2017
10 June "The people who receive an award are representative of all who do such great work for people in the sector" - Ranald Mair, Chief…
CarewatchDecember 17, 2017
28 November Over 200 older people die during the winter every year. Older people are more vulnerable to serious illness and death from getting cold,…
CarewatchDecember 15, 2017
12 October Self-esteem is the belief system that you have about yourself, whether they are positive or negative beliefs. If you have a healthy self-esteem,…
CarewatchDecember 13, 2017
15 February Congratulations to our nominees and winners of the I Care Awards during Quarter 4. The I Care Awards is a Carewatch scheme to…
CarewatchDecember 10, 2017
01 February When providing care and support, whether you are caring for a family member or a client, it is important to provide support with…
CarewatchDecember 5, 2017
Thomas set himself the challenge of completing the Great North Run to raise money for Cancer Research UK Thomas Fynn has been a Care Worker…
CarewatchDecember 2, 2017
26 May Carewatch Supervisor, Katie Lowe, and members of the team at Carewatch Ayreshire are joining together to raise money for two charities; Macmillan and N.A.C.C. Katie…
CarewatchNovember 25, 2017
