Bristol's Leading Independent Care Support OrganisationSkills for Care are funding Moving & Handling Training that is being delivered by WECIL. Carers have the chance to expand their care skills, by getting accredited certification in Moving & Handling, with Infection Control on 1 March 2022. What is Moving and Handling? Working

If you or someone you love has dementia, you might be wondering how you can make life easier for those suffering from the disease. Research conducted by the NHS has shown that there are more than 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK, and this number is actually

As we age, travelling between floors in your own home becomes a challenge. Mobility or respiratory issues can slow you down, and there’s always the risk of falling or tripping leading to serious injury. Moving to a bungalow, apartment, or assisted housing is one solution but all that upheaval

If you have an elderly parent living at home, or a loved one with any long-term ailment, then hiring a personal care assistant to take care of your parents can ensure their safety and well-being. Caregivers can improve their quality of life and help patients out with their day-to-day lives.

Being a caregiver can potentially be one of the most rewarding and satisfactory careers. Supporting individuals who require assistance in their daily routine can prove to be a profession that will provide you with immeasurable job satisfaction. Helping people that are genuinely in need will not only feel worthwhile as

In recently unusual times, where people are being asked to stay at home and follow social distancing guidelines, interviewing a personal care assistant, face-to-face, may be problematic and interviewing via video is possibly the best alternative. Interviewing over a video call may feel unusual at first. It can be harder

Although it may seem like a daunting task, done well, the right personal care assistant can make a huge difference to your life, as well as that of your loved one - giving them a renewed ability to continue to live independently, in the freedom and comfort of their own

In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, everyone in the world suffered, especially the elderly. They were, and still are, asked to stay home as much as possible, as they are considered to be one of the most vulnerable groups within our communities. Although lockdown restrictions have eased, they are

While there is a lot to be said for spending time with your parents and providing them with your support by being physically present for them, your employment or other commitments may prevent you from spending as much time with them as you'd really like. If your parents are ageing

We know how difficult it can be to find the right private carer and this is why we set up UKCIL - a platform that helps individual employers to easily find, meet and hire their ideal personal care assistant. At UKCIL, our team has first-hand, ongoing experience of helping relatives

Hiring a personal care assistant to care for you in your home is usually an essential but also smart decision, as your new PA will be instrumental in providing the support you need. Although your family member or a very close friend may have gone to great lengths to support

Are you interested in becoming a caregiving personal assistant, tending to the needs of someone disabled, someone home help for elderly or someone living with a long-term condition? If you are a compassionate person and do not want any two days to be the same, then working as a skilled

A career in care-giving can be rewarding and satisfying. While it is often true that jobs which usually feel rewarding and satisfying may come with a lot of stress - either that, or they are less well paid - caregiving is different as a profession. It can provide an abundance

Are you looking for a caregiver who can take care of your loved one, at times when you can't look after them yourself? Hiring a caregiver, usually referred to as a personal care assistant, may mean additional expenses, but can also help to deliver a superior quality of life for

As we find lockdown rules during COVID-19 being relaxed, it is more important than ever for caregivers (whether they are looking after a loved one or employed as a personal care assistant) to continue to protect themselves, both mentally and physically. The list below reminds you of what you must

If you have a parent, grandparent or partner who is aging, then it’s important for you to ensure their home is as safe as possible for them to live in. Older adults who are part of the ageing population can experience chronological age, change in social role and changes

Whether you have been living with symptoms for some time, or have been diagnosed with dementia, without warning, finding out you or your loved one has dementia can be a worrying time. It can be reassuring to remind yourself that you are not alone. There are over 10 million new

The Good Work Plan, legislation that is effective from 6th April 2020, allows all employees and workers with varying hours and shift patterns (including agency and zero-hours workers) to formally request a more fixed working pattern with their employer. Read on below to see if, as an individual employer, you

As a personal care assistant (Private PA) you want to ensure that you provide the care that a person needs so that they are comfortable and safe in their own home. Of course, their carer, who may be a family member or close friend, wants the same thing too. So,

Becoming a self-employed carer can be one of the most empowering things ever. It is your chance to make a massive difference to the lives of people that need care. Sure, venturing out on your own is daunting, but it is very possible. If you don’t think you’re

Being the best personal care assistant you can be will be much appreciated by employers, and a good PA is likely to brighten the days of their employer(s) even when they are feeling low. Here are 5 essential qualities the best personal care assistants always have:A positive mental

An employer - someone who has home care needs or their loved one - will be looking for a variety of things in hire a personal care assistant during the first meeting (the interview), these include personal qualities as well as skills and experience (although these aren't always needed). You

You and your loved one have the right to always feel comfortable when you are with your hired personal care assistant when they are supporting you or your loved one in or around your home. This article covers how a personal care assistant should treat you from the first meeting

There are two overarching options you will need to research when you have care needs, and these are home care and care at homes. We discussed the advantages and disadvantages of each option in one of our previous blog posts. If you’ve decided that home care is the more

Admitting you need help to live an independent life is one of the most difficult things to come to terms with, whether you are disabled, have an illness, or are elderly. It can also be more difficult to find the help you need, when you need it. Getting help from