As people grow older frailty is just a part of life that has to be dealt with. This can lead to trips and falls happening to older adults. The HSE has stated that falls in older people can have life-changing consequences, and older people are most likely to suffer serious injuries, disability, psychological consequences and death following a fall. The risk of falling increases with […]
We are currently seeking a full time Scheduler ( Client Care Coordinator) to be based in our Highline, Bakers Point, Pottery Road, Dun Laoghaire office. This is a permanent full-time position (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) and is a new position to join our existing scheduling team. We are seeking applicants with previous experience in scheduling/rostering in a home care company. The Role: To […]
With so many advances in technology in recent years, it’s wonderful to see the positive impact of this development to the older adult demographic. Various technologies have been created that can assist older adults in making their daily lives safer and also provide them with tools to prevent feelings of loneliness, insecurity and isolation. It’s not just the sheer extremity of the advancement in communication […]
Why is this an issue for older people in our communities? In 2020, due to COVID-19 and the health warnings for older people with advice to cocoon, there is a heightened risk of loneliness and isolation due to disruption to routines, inability to meet and socialise, closure of many typical gatherings, and regional disconnects with government restrictions in place. In the current climate, data […]
On Friday the 27th of March, the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced measures to attempt to further prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, Covid-19. As part of this announcement, he used the term “cocooning” as part of the Coronavirus advice. Basically, with the mention of cocooning, the government were outlining specific advice for those who are over 70 years of age and also people who are […]
Do you want to become a home care assistant in Ireland but don’t know where to start? Read our guide to find out everything you need to know about starting your caregiving career. What is A Home Care Assistant? The term “home care assistant” refers to a trained non-medical professional who assists people in their homes with everyday tasks. The primary role of a home […]
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