Snow Disruption: Your Rights for Missing Work
Parts of the West Midlands woke to snow. Acas explains your employment rights if severe weather prevents you from travelling to your job. Know your options.
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Care Home Residents' Sage Advice for 2026
Seven residents at Diagrama Foundation's Edensor Care Centre in Clacton-on-Sea offer profound life advice for the new year. Discover their timeless wisdom on joy, resilience, and connection.
Martin Lewis' advice leads to £5,989 council tax refund
A father received a £5,989 council tax refund after acting on Martin Lewis' advice about the Severe Mental Impairment discount for his dad's vascular dementia. Discover if you're eligible.
Essex Freemasons' Festive Community Programme
Essex Freemasons delivered a county-wide programme of festive support, from care home concerts to parties for vulnerable children, showcasing their evolving community role. Discover how they're making a difference.
Free Brain Games Magazine in Sunday Mercury
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
Unregistered Children's Homes Charge £30,000 a Week
Ofsted warns of a 'shadow market' in children's care, with nearly 900 investigations launched into unregistered homes charging exorbitant fees. Urgent government action is demanded.
Children's care home approved in Worcester despite objections
Worcester City Council approves converting a house into a children's care home on Woolhope Road, overriding neighbours' concerns about parking and neighbourhood character.
Dementia: Spotting the Signs Beyond Everyday Forgetfulness
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer, yet a third of cases are undiagnosed. Learn the key signs that differ from normal forgetfulness and why early action is crucial for support.
Foreign Office 'Do Not Travel' List for 2026 Revealed
The UK Foreign Office has warned against travel to 55 countries and regions for 2026. Travellers risk invalidating their insurance by visiting these destinations. Check the full list before you book.
Free NHS Prescriptions and Dental Care for Young Care Leavers
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Corgi Toys Bring Christmas Joy to Broadstairs Care Home
Residents at Copperfield Court in Broadstairs relived their youth this Christmas thanks to personalised diecast model gifts from iconic British toy firm Corgi. Discover how nostalgia boosts wellbeing.
Five diet rules linked to lower dementia risk
New research reveals five key principles of a Mediterranean diet that could enhance brain health and reduce dementia risk, impacting over 944,000 people in the UK. Discover the simple dietary changes that could make a difference.
£100k grant boosts veteran care home in Salford
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
Chefs mark 31st Christmas serving care home residents
Head chef Andy Pridmore and deputy Sarah Pell prepare festive feast for 31st year at Cedar Falls care home in Spalding. Read their heartwarming story of dedication.
Care Home and School Share Christmas Past in Edgbaston
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
Moya Cole Hospice launches first-ever fundraising candle
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Molly Lou Candles to launch its first-ever scented candle. At £25, each sale donates £10 directly to patient care. Available online now.
Peter Andre's Mum Thea Battles Parkinson's and Dementia
Peter Andre shares an emotional update on his mother Thea's declining health from Parkinson's and dementia, fearing it could be her last Christmas. Read his touching tribute.
Light Up a Life: Hospice's Emotional Tribute Services
Moya Cole Hospice held its annual Light Up a Life remembrance services at Manchester Cathedral. Families shared heartfelt stories of outstanding care, lighting candles for loved ones.
Nationwide: Men Over 45 Unprepared for Dementia Care
New research reveals a stark generational gap in readiness for dementia care, with men over 45 feeling significantly less prepared. Nationwide and Dementia UK urge those affected to seek support.
Music legend Joe Ely dies aged 78
Singer and guitarist Joe Ely has died at 78 from complications of Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's. The Texas legend toured with The Clash and The Rolling Stones. Read the full tribute.
Centenarian's festive birthday with penguin visitors
Doris Griffiths, 101, celebrated her birthday by turning on the Christmas lights at her Chingford care home, The Spinney, with special guests: two Humboldt penguins. Read about the magical winter wonderland event.
Six Centenarian Veterans Celebrated at Broughton House
George Evans marks his 100th birthday, joining five other centenarian veterans at Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford. Discover their incredible stories of service and longevity.
Pilot Programme Transforms Children's Palliative Care
An independent evaluation reveals a pioneering three-year programme has successfully overhauled support for seriously ill children and their families in Lancashire and South Cumbria, filling critical service gaps.
Hospice funding crisis leaves 380 beds empty
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
Driving habits may be early warning sign of dementia
New research reveals that changes in driving habits, tracked by GPS, can detect mild cognitive impairment with 87% accuracy. Learn how this could lead to safer roads and earlier interventions.
Barry Care Home Coordinator Wins Top Wales Award
Linda Campbell, an activities coordinator at Springbank Nursing Home in Barry, has won a Bronze Outstanding Service Award at the prestigious Wales Care Awards for her two decades of dedicated service.
Why Your Christmas Houseplants Won't Flower
Discover why your Christmas cacti, poinsettias and orchids fail to bloom. Expert tips from houseplant podcast hosts reveal common mistakes and solutions for vibrant festive plants.
Study: Arginine may reduce Alzheimer's risk
New research reveals arginine, a natural amino acid, could prevent harmful brain plaque linked to Alzheimer's disease. Discover the potential breakthrough for neurodegenerative conditions.
Supplement breakthrough in Alzheimer's disease research
Scientists discover a common amino acid supplement could reduce Alzheimer's risk by preventing harmful brain plaque. An 'exciting' development for UK dementia care.
Dry Shampoo Overuse Risks Scalp Damage, Experts Warn
Dermatologists reveal overusing dry shampoo can cause folliculitis, irritation & hair loss. Discover safer alternatives & how to use it correctly. Protect your scalp health today.
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