In 2021, Kate Garraway opened up her husband, Derek, being critically ill in hospital with COVID. Fast forward to 2022, Kate is back on the screen to give us an update on her caring duties and how Derek is getting on. Watch the ITV trailer here. https://vimeo.com/676233148 On the 23rd of March 2021, 4.5 million […]
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It’s not uncommon to experience peer pressure and guilt, due to a person’s caring duties The strain as a carer, juggling our jobs, family responsibilities, personal life, and caring duties can leave us feeling guilty for being unable to do it all. The reality is, we can only do so much, and sometimes it can
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Your loved one may be entering into hospital as an outpatient, a day case or most likely, as an inpatient. You may know that they are entering the hospital so you can take time to prepare, or they may be admitted in an emergency which means you have not had time to make any arrangements.
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Reducing delayed discharge lead times and the pressure on health and social care teams this winter across the UK, by supporting family carers Whether it’s a planned or unplanned hospital stay, family carers struggle to engage with well meaning, but pressured hospital teams. During & post pandemic, the lack of appropriate guidance or support
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