Upcoming Events in January: Finding the Right Support for You
With the New Year upon us, we’re excited to introduce a trio of events tailor-made to support you on your carenting journey—whether you’re balancing w...
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Introducing “Time to Talk”: Connecting Carents Across the UK
At Carents, we understand that caring for an elderly loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Feelings of isolation and overwhelm are common, ...
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Impact of the Autumn Budget 2024 on Carents
The UK government’s Autumn Budget 2024 introduces several measures that directly or indirectly affect carents. Here’s a breakdown of the key points f...
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How to Check If Your Elderly Parent Is Eligible for Pension Credit and the Winter Fuel Payment
If you’re caring for an elderly parent, ensuring they receive all the benefits they’re entitled to can make a big difference, especially with rising l...
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Thousands of Home Care Services in England Still Awaiting Inspection
New data reveals that nearly 5,000 home care services across England are operating without having been inspected by the Care Quality Commission (...
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New Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease: What is Lecanemab?
Lecanemab represents a groundbreaking new treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease, aiming to slow the progression of the debilitating condition Alzheimer’s ...
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Putting carents on the map – The Netherlands
Globally, countries are increasingly searching for innovative solutions to tackle their own ageing societal challenge – The Netherlands is offering in...
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Navigating Your Carer’s Assessment: Advice from our Community
This Carer’s Assessment advice comes from one of our community members, Jo Ferguson. Jo has helpfully pulled together tips for going through the Carer...
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UK General Election: Social Care Pledges of the Top Three Parties
As the UK General Election approaches, social care remains a pivotal issue for voters. The manifestos of the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democra...
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NHS CHC Funding Explained: Insights from Nuffield Trust's closer look at NHS Continuing Healthcare
What is NHS Continuing Health Care (CHC)? NHS CHC funding is a package of health and social care that is arranged and funded by the NHS for adults who...
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‘I didn’t expect married life to be like this – but The Carents Room gives me a boost’
Anne Pridham became a carent within months of her engagement. While she doesn’t regret her decision, she admits it has been a tough few years – but ha...
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