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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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The power of adult colouring books in dementia care

They may be all the rage for stressed out city workers and overworked parents, but colouring books for adults are also a useful calming tool for people with dementia

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Make Christmas Day special for a loved one with dementia

Are you worried that the person you care for will find it difficult to cope on Christmas Day? Find out how to make the big day enjoyable for the whole family

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Post-Christmas: Worried about a loved one’s memory?

Spending time with a loved one at Christmas is often the first opportunity family members have to notice symptoms of memory loss. Here’s what to do if you’re worried about someone’s memory.

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Actress Phyllida Law on the challenges of being a dementia carer

The mother of Oscar-winner Emma Thompson shares her experiences in the wake of a report by Alzheimer’s Research UK about the impact on carers of dementia

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Jazz pianist with dementia uses Gumtree to recruit band members

Edward Hardy, 93, received over 80 responses from people wanting to jam with him at his care home in Somerset

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Women with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of vascular dementia

New research has found damage to blood vessels caused by diabetes could also be linked to a higher risk of dementia

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Footballing legend Jimmy Hill dies after battle with Alzheimer’s disease

The football pundit, who was not only a famous face on TV, but also did so much to change the way the sport was run, died this week after a seven year battle with Alzheimer’s disease

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Two thirds of people with dementia feel isolated after diagnosis

The poll by the Alzheimer’s Society also found 42% of people mistakenly believe there’s no benefit to visiting someone with dementia once they no longer recognise you

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Why sport can make life better if you have dementia

There’s no reason to give up a favourite sport if you’re diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia

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What does 'live-in care' mean?

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What does 'live-in care' mean?