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How to Switch Care Sponsors
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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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Spotting malnutrition in people living in care homes
Registered Dietician Dr Mabel Blades explains why it’s so important to look out for malnutrition in older people and how to assess it

Companion pets: As good as the real thing?
Robotic pets are becoming more and more popular with people who have dementia, and it’s easy to see why these realistic looking animals are gaining such wide appeal – but could a robot ever become a man’s best friend?

How yellow plates could help people with dementia eat more
A recent trial of people living with dementia confirmed the importance of colour-contrasting when it comes to what food is served on, particularly for boosting appetite

How carer ‘passports’ help support those living with dementia in hospital
Two hospitals in Dorset are the latest to introduce a scheme that lets carers visit a loved one with dementia in hospital outside of visiting hours

Supermarket and police work together to help woman with dementia
Demonstrating a heart-warming example of a dementia-friendly community, a lady who became confused and upset while shopping was helped by staff at a Sainsbury’s and the local police

21 ideas for group activities in your care home
Activities should form a core part of the care plans for your residents, and there is an enormous amount that you can do, from music and quizzes to arts and crafts. Here are some ideas to get you started…

Putting on make-up – a new dementia therapy?
A Japanese study has found applying make-up – known as ‘cosmetic therapy’ – could halt the progress of dementia symptoms

10 garden activities for care home residents
Getting outdoors can be so beneficial for those in a care home, and there’s an enormous amount of activities, jobs and experiences which will make it enjoyable

Hot stuff: Warm weather advice for people with dementia
British summers are notoriously unreliable, but if hot weather does occur, here’s how to keep a loved one with dementia healthy and safe

What does 'live-in care' mean?
