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Advice

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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Advice

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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General

Mum I’m having a baby

When Christine Stone discovered she was pregnant, she knew her mum would be thrilled, but she also knew she might have to tell her the happy news more than once.

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Advice

Summer safety tips for people with dementia

Summer officially starts today! So even if the sun isn’t shinning (let’s face it, British summers are notoriously unpredictable) it’s probably best to start thinking ahead. Here’s a few ideas to help your loved one stay safe in summer

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We’re making it easier for people with dementia to eat and drink

Unforgettable founder James Ashwell was thrilled to be invited back onto Radio 4’s Food Programme last week to update listeners on the work Unforgettable is doing to make eating more manageable for people with dementia.

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Advice

Going on holiday with dementia

Lucy Harding, Chief Executive Officer of the award-winning company Dementia Adventure explains how to get the best out of your holiday

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Revealed: 3 simple ways to protect yourself against dementia

Experts in the USA have revealed three important lifestyle changes that could reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s…and the good news is that they’re all pretty straightforward.

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How to protect people with dementia from nuisance calls

A phone can be a lifeline for someone with dementia, but it can also become a source of huge stress. Here’s how to protect the person you care about from cold callers

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Advice

How to make holidays happier with dementia

Are you worried about going on holiday with someone who has dementia? Holidays can be stressful at the best of times so your fears are understandable. However, if you follow the tips below you might find ways to manage the stress. You might even enjoy yourself!

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Farmyard therapy for people with dementia

We know pets make great companions for people living with dementia, but it’s not only cats and dogs that are being used to bring pleasure and comfort…

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Why an orange a day could keep dementia away

A major new study has found that citrus fruits can significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia – providing you eat them every day

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What does 'live-in care' mean?

live-in care blog

What does 'live-in care' mean?