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Ways To Keep Fit In Later Life

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Ways To Keep Fit In Later Life

It’s never too late to get into shape – in fact, the advantages of fitness are often more apparent in later life. Ageing increases the risk of developing health conditions as our bodies begin to slow down. Without actively maintaining
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DementiaVitamin E may be beneficial for those with dementia

Posted 11 Nov 2019

DementiaVitamin E may be beneficial for those with dementia

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has recently published a study which suggests that those with mild to moderate symptoms of Alzheimer’s could benefit from high daily doses of vitamin E, which could slow their rate of decline.
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Two million elderly brits forced to put pets to sleep when in care

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Two million elderly brits forced to put pets to sleep when in care

Do you know an elderly person who has been forced to put a pet to sleep because they were moving into a care home? Do you know an elderly person who has been forced to put a pet to sleep
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Training at The Good Care Group

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Training at The Good Care Group

We believe that learning is a vital part of our professional carers journey within our organisation. We call it a journey because that is how we see our employees developing in four particular areas – Experience, Skills, Training and Qualifications.
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A Touching Moment

Posted 11 Nov 2019

A Touching Moment

A short piece written by Professional Live in Carer at The Good Care Group. Beverley Taylor who was moved by the progress her client had made in the short period of time she spent with him. During the 8 months
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TGCG among top 1% of home care providers — Care Quality Commission

Posted 11 Nov 2019

TGCG among top 1% of home care providers — Care Quality Commission

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) states that just 1% of organisations who provide care in the home have been awarded their maximum rating of ‘outstanding’ The Care Quality Commission (CQC) states that just 1% of organisations who provide care in
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Survey finds over two million Brits know an elderly person forced to put their pet to sleep when moving into care

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Survey finds over two million Brits know an elderly person forced to put their pet to sleep when moving into care

A survey published by www.stayinmyhome.co.uk[1] has found that over two million people in Britain say they know an elderly person who had to have their cat and/or dog put to sleep because they were moving into a residential care home.
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Study: Chocolate improves brain health in the elderly

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Study: Chocolate improves brain health in the elderly

Elderly people’s brain health can benefit from eating chocolate, according to a new study published in the Neurology journal. Elderly people’s brain health can benefit from eating chocolate, according to a new study published in the Neurology journal. A team
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Stretch your legs to grow your brain

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Stretch your legs to grow your brain

A recent study carried out has shown that taking a regular brisk walk could slow down brain shrinkage and increase the size of parts of the brain linked to memory and planning. A recent study carried out has shown that
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Musical Memories – Surrey

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Musical Memories – Surrey

Musical Memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in a friendly and stimulating social environment. Musical Memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in
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