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View ArticlePractical advice on mobility
Missus with Parkinson’s & a few other problems. At present she can just about get herself out of bed & dressed, sometimes needs some help. Gets around the house with the aid of a stairlift,...
View ArticleStruggling to come to terms with my own needs and being fair to my mother
I’m finding it really hard at the moment to put myself first without feeling like an absolute bottom exit. I’m being guilt tripped by my mother and getting friction and more arguments which is not...
View ArticleCoping with delirium
Hi again. Wife with Parkinson’s & other problems is having episodes of delirium. Was diagnosed in hospital around new year. Sudden onset of dementia like symptoms. Possibly caused by poor diet,...
View ArticleSome info about your rights as a carer
This page summarises some helpful info around checking care standards, arranging advocacy support if needed and challenging decisions or services if they fall below your expectations. What are your...
View ArticleToenails/podiatry service
My dad is 86 .He doesnt live with me. He takes anti coagulants so is eligible for the podiatry home visits. I saw his toenails today and they are very long. I rang the podiatry service and they...
View ArticlePractical Care for my wife if I die
I feel a little strange opening this topic because I should have asked the question a long time ago. My wife is a stroke victim. She’s all there mentally, but has aphasia and reduced mobility. I’ve...
View ArticleHow is your step count?
Apparently the government is going to review the step count of people, checking they are doing enough to get them back to work!? I love walking, now much slower doe to health issues. Made me wonder...
View ArticleWanting to go on a day out
Hi all, So of lately I’ve been feeling very trapped and claustrophobic. Finances haven’t helped. I’ve realised I just need some time away just to be myself again. The other day I noticed there was an...
View ArticleHello & thank you!
I’ve been hanging around here a while and I wanted to say a big thank you in my first post - to all of you who use this forum. I mean there are thousands of us out there but it’s remarkable how...
View ArticleAnswering financial questions
I have another form to complete about my daughter’s finances. I am always unsure of when is the best time to do these because it fluctuates such a lot with rent going out, benefits going in etc. UC...
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Not in a good place
I’m not in a good place my dad has been in hospital for 6 weeks had an argument with my brother as he hasn’t been down much and now just found out that my dads cancer has spread I’m heartbroken 15...
View ArticleHi everyone, newbie here
Hi everyone. I’m 53 and care for my mum, who is 83 and has dementia / a brain tumour and has been going downhill rapidly since September. We’re currently waiting for scan results and a verdict from...
View ArticleBenefits while working full time
Hi, for the last 4 years I’ve been a carer for my 90yo Mum, who has various health issues which has recently got a lot worst. She does claim Attendance Allowance, but I was wondering if there’s any...
View ArticleSOMEONE PLEASE RESPOND Mum has been served with a section 21
I am now really scared mum has been served with a section 21 notice and I don’t know what to do. Ive tried every helpline available. The carers U.K. service. The carers information service in my area,...
View ArticleI’m devastated with news about my Dad
I’m absolutely devastated I’ve looked after my dad for 18 years after my mum died and a few years ago he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s he is 89 years old and had skin cancer which has spread to his...
View ArticleGP support?what carers services are offered by your GP practice?
I had a request to have a blood test, so I asked for a test in connection with my arthritis to be added. It wasn’t. I asked for an appointment with my GP afterwards. No response. I don’t think I’ve...
View ArticleIntroduction to myself as a carer
Hi, my name is Lorraine and I am new to Carers Connect although not new to the caring role. I care for my husband who has a duel diagnosis of dementia and Alzheimer’s. I am just looking for some...
View ArticleBenefit enquiry
Hi There, I’m wondering if anybody knows the answer to this question. I currently receive the carers element of UC, I only work 26 hours and care for my husband the rest of the time. My husband also...
View ArticleFrom hospital to care home any advice gratefully received
Hi I am new here - I wasn’t a live in carer but have been responsible for my mum’s care. I could write a book about my mum’s mental health issues but will keep it short and say she has suffered from a...
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