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The Fascinating Story of Pocahontas and Her Connection to Gr...
The famous Pocahontas died in Gravesend and was buried in St George’s Church. Over the years, the story has been r...
Home Care That Goes Beyond the Basics
We naturally think about Home Care as assisting clients with daily tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, medica...
Preventing Loneliness and Social Isolation in Older Adults
Older adults are at a higher risk of becoming lonely and isolated due to several changes in one’s personal circums...
Dementia Action Week
Dementia Action Week is led by the Alzheimer’s Society, focusing on raising awareness, challenging stigma, aiming ...
Direct Payment
What is a direct payment? Money paid by your local council to you if you get help from Adult Social Care. Having Direct ...
A Day in the Life of a Community Carer
Starting the day as a Community Carer often starts hours before my working day. Getting up and getting ready, making sur...
May is Arthritis Awareness Month
Arthritis is a general term for conditions that cause pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. There are over 100 dif...
Living well as you get older
Getting older does this mean slowing down, or is it about using your time wisely, comfortably, and with joy? Making mem...
Post Hospital Care
Post-hospital care is often the difference between a smooth recovery at home and an avoidable return to hospital. After ...
Hearing loss
Are you affected by hearing loss? yourself or a loved one? Addressing this is vital as the individual can become isolate...
10 signs your loved one may need Home care
1. Difficulty managing daily tasks: Are everyday activities such as personal care, cleaning, and cooking becoming too mu...
Carer Burnout
Preventing Carer Burnout for those looking after a loved one. Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding, but it...
Staying Active
Staying active as you get older is essential for promoting mental sharpness, emotional wellbeing and longevity. There ar...
How to initiate "Care conversation" with Aging Parents
Starting a conversation with your parents regarding having support at home can be difficult to navigate. Picking the rig...
Clocks going forward - 29th March
Most of us know that the UK government advanced the clocks in the Spring and moved them back in the Autumn during World ...
What is home care?
Finding the right home care for yourself or a loved one can feel like entering a maze, with confusing jargon, endless op...
I am a Health Care Assistant, and it's the most rewarding jo...
I have worked as a Health Care Assistant for just over two years. When I started, I didn’t know what to expect, bu...
Mothers Day
Originating in the 16th century, it traditionally falls on the 4th Sunday of Lent and the lead-up to Easter. Did you ...
What does it mean to be a Home Care Manager?
When people ask me what I do for a job, and I tell them I am a home care manager, they often think it’s all about ...
Staying Hydrated
The elderly must stay hydrated year-round, not just in the summer. Learn why is hydration key in the winter.
Mental Health Benefits of Familiar Surroundings
Mental wellbeing is closely linked to the environment. At RCB Home Care, we see how familiar surroundings provide emotio...
How Homecare Supports Family Involvement
Care affects more than one person. At RCB Home Care, we see home care as a partnership that supports both families and i...
Benefits of Staying at Home as You Age
Home carries meaning. It holds routines, memories, and a sense of control that becomes increasingly important as we age....
Home Care vs Care Homes
When ongoing care becomes necessary, families often feel under pressure to make quick decisions. At RCB Home Care, under...
Specialist Care (Dementia, Parkinson's, Stroke Recovery, etc...
When care needs become more complex, many families worry that staying at home may no longer be possible. At RCB Home Car...
Live in Care vs Visiting Care
At RCB Home Care, most families come to us at a moment of uncertainty. Something in their life has changed, a fall, a ho...
Personal Care vs Companionship Care
When people first explore care at home, they often assume support is only needed when physical tasks become difficult. A...
Managing Medication with Home Care
Proper medication management is essential for maintaining health, especially for seniors or individuals with ongoing med...
Why Choose Live-In Care?
When considering care options for yourself or a loved one, you may be wondering if live-in care is the right choice. At ...
The Importance of Companionship in Home Care
As we age, or if we face health challenges, loneliness can become a significant issue. RCB Home Care understand the valu...
Understanding the Costs and Funding Options for Home Care
When it comes to arranging home care, understanding the costs and available funding options is crucial. RCB Home Care be...
Our History in Healthcare: Giving Back to the Community
At RCB Home Care Group, our roots run deep in the healthcare industry, and our story is one of passion, dedication, and ...
