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How to Switch Care Sponsors

A complete, step-by-step timeline from resignation to starting your new role. If you’re a care worker in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, switching sponsors can feel like a complicated process.

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Latest UK Visa Sponsorship Rules

This all-in-one guide explains the latest UK visa sponsorship rules, including the major changes introduced in July 2025.

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How NOT to lose your temper with someone who has dementia

It’s not easy to keep your cool when you’re caring for someone with dementia. Find out how to manage feelings of anger and frustration and make the most of every day

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People living with dementia forced to rely on family and friends for care

More than three quarters of GPs believe people with dementia don’t get enough support from the NHS or Social Services, reveals a damning survey

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What is mixed dementia?

If you’ve only just heard about mixed dementia you probably want to find out more about the condition. Here’s all the essential information about mixed dementia

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How to boost confidence and self-identity in someone with dementia

Many people worry that the dementia journey will rob them of their identity. Whilst this is an understandable concern, it needn’t happen. Find out what you can do to maintain it

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How to cope with a hospital stay when you have dementia

How can you make sure someone with dementia is treated well if they’re admitted to hospital? Here’s what you need to know

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Blue Peter’s John Noakes found after going missing due to dementia

The TV presenter, 81, has been living with Alzheimer’s for four years and sparked a massive manhunt when he went missing for ten hours

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What are neurodegenerative diseases?

If you, or a loved one, have recently been diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disease you’re probably anxious to know more about this group of complex diseases which can sound very scary. Find out all the key facts here

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How to cope with restlessness and dementia

If the person you’re caring for is feeling restless and agitated you could find it really challenging to cope with. But there’s often a reason for this behaviour. Find out what could be causing it…

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What is a personal budget?

If you’re worried that your loved one will struggle to pay for care or support, it’s worth finding out if they qualify for a personal budget . Here’s what you need to know…

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What does 'live-in care' mean?

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What does 'live-in care' mean?