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a carent using the phone arranging discussing with BT the digital switchover on behalf of their elderly parent.

The landline is changing. Here's what it means for your parent.

The UK's landline telephone network is changing. The old analogue system is being switched off by January 2027, replaced by a digital service that works through broadband. Every household with a landline will be affected, including your parent's. Here's what you need to know.

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Our Casey Commission Submission

When the Casey Commission on Adult Social Care was announced, we asked our community a simple question: what do you want them to know? Here are the findings.

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Carer gently combing an older adult’s hair – waterless hair products are a convenient option for elderly parents who have limited mobility or find regular hair washing difficult.

How to Support Personal Hygiene in Parents with Dementia

Dementia can make personal care routines difficult and distressing. Discover how to support your parent’s hygiene needs with dignity, using gentle routines and helpful products like Nilaqua’s waterless cleansing solutions.

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