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During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have been separated from their loved ones. Although lockdown restrictions are beginning to ease, physical contact is still forbidden between members of different households, meaning many elderly and vulnerable people are...

This service is tailored precisely to match the personal needs of our clients, from companionship to assistance with personal care and everyday life, live-in care is a much more bespoke service, staying as safe as possible from potential covid-19 infection. It’s about...

As the measures to keep people apart to slow the spread of the coronavirus continue, mental health experts are warning that losing everyday social connections comes with psychological costs. Those costs could go up the longer such measures drag on. Caremark have a...

An experienced, reliable home care provider can provide a whole host of home care services, including assisting the elderly with accomplishing some form of daily exercise. Exercising regularly can have a number of mental and physical benefits for elderly people,...

Social distancing has proved difficult for everyone but one group that has been hit particularly hard is the elderly. With limited mobility, many older people rely on visits from friendly neighbours and family to lift their spirits and keep them connected. However,...

Being a carer whether it be as a professional or looking after a close friend or relative in need of care can be tremendously rewarding. It is important to give yourself the best chance of success in your new career or to know your nearest and dearest are getting the...

If you are on the lookout for the best home care services, checking your provider’s credibility will probably be the first thing on your mind. Next comes the range of services that your provider can offer, as well as the qualifications that staff hold. But unknown to...

Being a care worker is  very rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally difficult. This may have compounded recently due to the coronavirus outbreak. Homecare is an essential and vital service especially during a pandemic and it’s really important that a...

When a loved one needs a helping hand as they get older, it's not always easy knowing which decision to take with regards to elderly home care options. Here are some common mistakes to avoid. Assuming that a care home is the only option Many people wrongly assume that...

Caremark Dublin North's Care Worker of the Month for February 2020 is Tracey Kearney. Tracey demonstrates true professionalism with compassion and integrity. A big congratulations to Tracey, very well deserved!  Pictured here is Elizabeth Lupu, Care Coordinator,...

At Caremark, we have great people, no doubt. But it is more than that. It’s the way all of these great people continue to come together and work so hard for a common cause that makes this place so special. When we consider our values in decision making, we can be sure...

Caring for an elderly person at home can be a big change for both parties. After all, providing care for an elderly person in their own home is a serious undertaking, and one that a person has to really dedicate themselves to. It requires time, patience, and a lot of...

The dark depths of winter are nearly behind us and with the approach of spring in sight, it’s time to breathe a sigh of relief. Winter can be particularly tough for older people, and caring for the elderly at home in winter comes with its own set of challenges. But...

Caremark Dublin North's Care Worker of the Month for January 2020 is Martin Emmett. A big congratulations to Martin! This is in recognition of his dedication and for his ongoing contributions to Caremark Dublin North. He is pictured here with Zoe O'Neill, Care...

Caring for adults with disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging. If you are caring for an adult with a learning disability or additional needs in the family home, and you are approaching your advancing years, you may be considering having additional help in...

Winter is well and truly here and it is only set to become more cold and wet. Winter can pose many dangers for the older person, as this is the most common time of year to become ill or to suffer an injury due to the cold and damp. Using an elderly health care service...

When you care for an elderly relative, you may find that you start to neglect your own needs. You may not eat proper meals, or get enough sleep, especially if you live with the person you are caring for. As a result of not looking after your own needs, your own health...

Ageing can bring about numerous health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, dementia, depression, and immobility. If you have an elderly relative at home who requires care, you have two options: a nursing home or in-home care. For many, taking an elderly parent...

If you are caring for an older loved one with dementia, then you may be thinking about the future. Will they need extra help at home? Dementia home care is a type of home health service which can help your loved one to stay in their own home and remain as independent...

Dementia home care services takes many forms, but a really valuable place to start is with elderly health care. This is social care that takes place in the patient’s home, and is designed to work around existing routines and structures. It can be especially valuable...

Caring for a loved one is both rewarding and tiring. It's only natural that you need to recharge your batteries every so often with the support of a respite care for the elderly service. By using this service, you can have a well-earned break, knowing that your loved...

The life expectancy of individuals increases with the awareness of a healthy lifestyle and the best home care services. Ireland’s population is rapidly growing, living longer and becoming older. The prevalence of disability and infections increases with old age and...

It's a sensitive subject and one that is often filled with misinformation and confusion, but help for elderly people living at home is actually an easy and reliable way to continue being independent. As an individual with specific care needs, you might feel concerned...

Whether you're a carer for a family member or a professional care and support worker, you'll know that the job can be physically and emotionally taxing at times. Although we know that caring can be a rewarding and incredibly important job, it's also crucial that...

Ageing is part of life, and as our parents grow older it becomes clearer that they may need additional help. This means finding out about the help and support that is available. If you would like your loved one to remain as independent as possible and to remain in...

Home care services are not just for adults. These personalised services are also available for children who have additional needs, including autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how a person communicates,...

Respite care services provides help for family carers that have elderly loved ones living at home. You can also be safe in the knowledge that your loved one is being well cared for so that you can have a break and care for them when you're at your strongest. Here are...

Any parents or carers of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will know that the condition can present in vastly different ways from person to person. For many people with ASD, however, communication can be a particularly challenging aspect. While some...

Being a carer of an elderly relative, or a child or adult with a disability, will not always be easy. You love your relative and would do anything for them, but time constraints can take their toll and available services are often hard to access. Though there are many...

While care homes provide a host of benefits to those who require care, there are some instances where providing help for the elderly at home can be the best possible solution for the individual. In this article, we explore the four key benefits to keeping your elderly...

With so many scarey stories floating around about the poor quality of homes or home health care for older people, finding a service provider that cares and delivers first-class care at affordable prices has never been more important. The tradition of the family in...

Home care services can help the elderly feel more comfortable than in a hospital environment, but this doesn't always help their mental state. Being alone for hours on end is a breeding ground for depressive feelings, so it's important that loneliness is combatted in...

It's long been recognised that the demand's of Ireland's ageing population and higher numbers of people with registered disabilities can place huge responsibilities on carers The government has pursued a policy of keeping the elderly within their own homes and...

Home care services are often available for carers in Ireland, to solve emergency situations or help ensure carers get long or short-term breaks away from the person they care for. There are lots of benefits associated with respite care for carers and this can be one...

Older adults who had just been discharged from hospital may feel stressed when returning to their life at home. They may feel afraid about the risks it entails, especially because they were used to being dependent on hospital staff. As such, it would be helpful to get...

When providing elderly care, a balanced diet is extremely important, enabling the elderly to enjoy their golden years with a strong and healthy body. Eating healthy foods can also help individuals recover from certain medical conditions they may be experiencing....

People can experience communication difficulties as we age, caused by sensory deterioration. Hearing impairment, brain lesion, declining memory and poor vision can often create barriers in communication. However, these hindrances can be overcome with some effort and...

Providing care for people with dementia can be physically and emotionally challenging. You need to have enough knowledge about the condition and a positive attitude to improve the care you provide. It takes a lot of patience, compassion and understanding to support...

Acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to brain damage that has occurred after birth. It may be caused by a traumatic head injury, stroke, brain tumour, poisoning, infection and substance abuse. People with acquired brain injury can experience issues associated with...

‘Special needs’ is an umbrella term that refers to an array of diagnoses and disabilities. It is used to identify mental, physical or psychological disabilities that affect a person’s function and behaviour. Children with disabilities may have a mild learning...

As the winter season kicks in, more people start to get sick. Aside from the fact that it is the time when colds, sore throats and flu are at their peak, the human immune system also gets compromised by the sudden drop in temperature, making it too weak to fight off...

If you have recently survived a heart attack, it may take time before you go back to your daily routine. You need to take some rest and make lifestyle changes to allow yourself to completely heal and recover. You may also need to ask for assistance during this time....

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with other people. Children with autism need proper support and care to overcome their challenges and to lead fulfilling lives. Here are some...

Typically, we define independence as living in a home of your own and working to pay for your own living expenses. However, this may be a little different for adults with a disability. The UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disability defines independence for...

Dementia is due to certain diseases that affect the brain, resulting in a progressive loss of mental function. Over the course of time, all types of dementia will eventually lead to memory loss, personality and behavioural changes, loss of reasoning and judgment as...

A stroke happens when a blood clot disrupts the blood flow to the brain which may result in brain damage and even permanent disability. This condition can dramatically affect someone’s life and the recovery process varies from person to person. If you are caring for...

Every child has a unique range of abilities and skill levels. Some children excel in class whilst some face difficulty when it comes to learning and using certain skills. Learning disability is a general term that describes a specific kind of learning problems. Some...

There will come a time when our parents struggle to do the simple daily activities that they used to do. Some aging parents find it a difficult pill to swallow but growing old is something we are not in control of. As their children, we need to prepare and help them...

It is not uncommon for older people today to live active lives. However, whilst there are older individuals who manage to remain independent in their 80s, there will eventually come a time when everyday tasks such as cooking, doing chores or bathing become...

For most of our elderly loved ones, the homes in which they live hold so many sentiments as well as physical and emotional investments that leaving all of that behind in favour of a new, sometimes radically different environment holds little to no appeal. This is...

It can be quite difficult for many of us to see our elderly loved ones succumb to the effects of old age. Whilst it is true that not all of us have the capacity to provide elderly care 24/7 ourselves,a nursing home is not the only option. Given the kind of medical...

Noticing that loved ones have started to become less independent and more reliant on you can be a tough time. You generally want to keep your thoughts to yourself to avoid confrontation, but at the same time, you know that it can’t continue like this and you need to...

Many people are carers for family members including parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles and even siblings. Caring for a family member can be rewarding and reassure you that they are getting the care they need. However, it can also be exhausting for both you and...