Everyday Practicalities

Manage the daily challenges of caring through practical solutions for home adaptations, transport, and medical appointments. Articles cover record keeping, dietary needs, and maintaining your own wellbeing while caring.

Arranging for Cover as a Carer

Finding someone to cover your caring responsibilities gives you the break you need while ensuring your loved one gets the care they deserve.

Dealing with the NHS and Social Services

Navigate NHS and Social Services as a carer by understanding how the system works and what professionals actually need from you.

Equipment for the Home

Home aids and equipment designed to make daily living easier for people with disabilities and physical difficulties.

Home Adaptations for the Disabled

Contact your local council about home adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grants to make your house more accessible.

Keeping Records About Care Requirements

Keeping detailed records of medical visits, medication, meals and daily routines helps you manage caregiving responsibilities without dropping important tasks.

Keeping Up with Dietary Requirements

Help carers manage changing dietary needs by understanding requirements, keeping good records and adapting meals to medications and health conditions.

Lasting Power of Attorney

A Lasting Power of Attorney lets someone make decisions on your behalf if you can't, giving you and your family peace of mind about your future care.

Looking After Yourself as a Carer

Caring for someone else often means neglecting your own health, but staying physically and mentally well is crucial to being an effective carer.

Transport Options

Your doctor can refer you to get a free wheelchair through the NHS, or you can choose your own with a voucher and pay the difference yourself.

Written Instructions of Your Loved One's Routine

Write down your loved one's daily routine to help other caregivers provide consistent, comfortable care when you can't be there.