Getting older is a fact of life and one that most of us can enjoy. However, health conditions can crop up or general old age might take its toll, meaning that they need a little bit more assistance to complete their daily activities. Yet, it isn’t uncommon for our parents to hide that they need some help and struggle through on their own. Sometimes it can be down to you to figure out that an elderly relative needs some more support and to broach the topic. With this in mind, we wanted to share a few signs to look out for that can be indicators that your parents could do with some home care ..read more

From staying independent to maintaining physical health, staying mobile and active has many benefits, which is why it is so important as you age. But as they age, your loved one might find it harder to stay mobile as they start to lose muscle strength, energy and motivation to move. So here are a few tips on how to keep your loved one mobile at home. Good nutrition Eating the right food is important at any age, but your nutritional needs are likely to change as you get older, so you should think about what your loved one is eating and whether that is what they really need. Eating healthy c ..read more

As you age, your mental well being is just as important as your physical wellbeing, as it helps maintain your independence, mental health, relationships and memory. Your brain is just like any other muscle in your body, if you don’t use it, it will weaken but if you regularly exercise it and feed it knowledge it will get stronger. In this article we are going to share some activities that will get your brain working and help improve your memory. Quizzes Quizzes can stimulate your brain as you race to get as many answers as possible. In retrieving the answers to questions being asked, and le ..read more

With the New Year in full swing comes new responsibilities and new goals for 2022 and for many, arranging the right home care for a loved one may be on that list. Following a busy Christmas period, it may have brought to light some of the reasons your loved one may need extra support or care at home. Whether this is permanent or temporary, Burley’s Home Care offers a safe and supportive option for you and your family.  In this article, we wanted to explain some of the reasons why choosing Burley’s is the best choice. We provide transparency to our clients This is a hugely important val ..read more