Self-esteem in elderly care home residents is of utmost importance. Self-esteem plays a vital role in the overall well-being of individuals, regardless of age. For elderly care home residents, maintaining a healthy level of self-esteem is crucial for their mental and emotional health. This blog explores effective strategies to boost self-esteem among elderly care home […]
You may have heard the terms residential care home or nursing home, but one question we’re often asked is, “what is residential care?” and “how does it differ to other forms of care?”. Residential care is a type of long-term care that provides assistance and support to individuals who are unable to live independently due […]
We all want to help our loved ones, particularly our parents. However, it can be difficult to understand why elderly parents might refuse help. This can be frustrating, confusing and upsetting to many involved. So, our experts have created this blog to help you understand why an elderly parent refuses help and how you can […]
Finding good care homes for the elderly or infirm can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it’s difficult to know which one is best for your loved one. Fortunately, there are some key questions you can ask and signs to look out for that will help you spot good care homes from […]
Mental health can be a delicate topic, but it’s especially important for elderly people. The mental health of the elderly is impacted by many different factors and the weather can be one of them. This article examines how weather changes—whether it’s due to seasonality or extreme weather events—can affect mental health in older adults. We’ll […]
Having to move a loved one into a care home can be a difficult and emotional conversation. Even if you know it is the best decision for your family, feeling like you are abandoning an elderly relative can be hard to cope with. It’s important to remember that options for care are available and that […]
Rainy days can be a challenge for care homes and their residents. With outdoor activities off the table, it’s important to come up with creative indoor activities to keep elderly residents engaged and entertained. We’ve compiled a list of care home activities that you can use on those stormy days when everyone is stuck inside. […]
Our self-esteem is important throughout our lives, even as we age. At The Victoria Grand, we understand this and ensure that our residents’ self-esteem is constantly monitored to ensure their mental health remains strong. This makes life in a care home far more comfortable. Why Can Self-Esteem Be Low in A Care Home? There can […]
In private residential care homes, carers make the world go round. We love carers and value the contribution they make to ensure that every resident’s experience is as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. This blog will discuss how residents make a difference and why they’re so amazing! How Carers Make a Difference Private residential care […]
Whilst it is not a fun topic to think about, end-of-life and palliative care is very important to us. Naturally, as some of our residents spend their final days with us, we also provide end-of-life care in our Sussex care home. End-of-life and palliative care are important topics to consider. We must ensure that our […]