Carents | For anyone caring for elderly parents

Our free Dental Health Guide shares practical tips for oral care, denture cleaning, and preventing common problems.

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It’s never too early to plan ahead. Our free Lasting Powers of Attorney guide shows you how to avoid delays, reduce stress, and make sure your loved one’s wishes are respected.

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Unlock Your Free Medication Management Toolkit At Carents, we understand how complex and time-consuming medication management can be. That’s why we’ve brought together our most trusted resources in the Medication Management Toolkit, designed to of...

Helping an elderly parent with their medication? Download your FREE Medication Management Toolkit and feel more in control today.

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Why the UK Needs a Frailty Commissioner Millions of adult children support ageing parents in a broken care system. Carents.co.uk is calling for a Frailty Commissioner to drive reform, give carers a voice, and coordinate support across healt...

We appeared on BBC this week to share Christine’s story. Naga Munchetty asked what difference a Frailty Commissioner could make. Here’s what it could change for Carents, families & older people 👇

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We’ve been overwhelmed (in the best way) by the response to #Carents after our appearance on the BBC , and we’re on @itvnews.bsky.social later today! Thank you for all the support. #CarersWeek

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How to Find Positivity in Difficult Times: A Science-Backed Guide for Carents Discover science-backed tools to help you shift from stress to calm while caring for elderly parents. Learn how to reframe challenges, practise gratitude, and build habits that boost resilience and jo...

Some days feel harder than others. Here’s how to find light even in the difficult moments: carents.co.uk/carent-suppo...

Why Are Frail Parents Waiting 20+ Hours in A&E? A new poll from Carents.co.uk reveals the shocking delays adult children face when taking elderly parents to A&E – and why this must change.

“We waited 62 hours. She sat in a chair the whole time.”

Our new poll lays bare just how long adult children are waiting when their loved one ends up in A&E - and the reality is worse than many feared.

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Carents becomes a Dementia Friendly Organisation We’re proud to share that everyone at Carents has become a Dementia Friend. Find out what this means and why it’s such an important step for our community.

We’re proud to share that everyone at Carents has become a @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social Dementia friend. Find out what this means and why it’s such an important step for our community.
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How to find financial help as a carer As a carer you might be eligible for additional financial support including carers allowance and carers credit.

You might be a carer and not even realise it 💭 If you support someone elderly or unwell, you could be missing out on financial help like Carer’s Allowance.

Find out what support you could get:
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Time to Talk Time to Talk is a dedicated event for carents to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with others facing similar challenges. Join expert-led discussions on key topics, gain practical advice, ...

Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, at 6pm for a special Time to Talk around Oral Health and why it matters for your loved one.

Register via carents.co.uk/events/time-...

Understanding Feelings of Loss as a Carent Caring for an elderly loved one brings many changes, some of which can lead to profound feelings of loss even without a typical bereavement. Recognising and addressing these emotions is essential for ...

Caring for an elderly loved one brings many changes, some of which can lead to profound feelings of loss even without a typical bereavement. Recognising and addressing these emotions is essential for your well-being as a carent.

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Caregivers: The secret army of millions ‘sandwiched’ between their children and their parents – where to find help If you ask AI for a definition of the work of a Caregiver, the description reads ‘carers provide a wide range of support, which can include practical tasks like cooking, cleaning and managing finances...

Our Founder Judith Potts writes for @nationalworld.bsky.social about the millions of people caring for aging parents or children, and the urgent need for more support.

She also highlights @carents.bsky.social as a key resource.

Read the full article here: app.nationalworld.com/story/507342...

Designed for Dignity: Help Shape the Future of Fashion for those you love Carents is partnering with university students to explore how fashion can better support those with care needs. Share your experience in our short survey and help us advocate for adaptive, dignified a...

Have you struggled to find clothes that are practical, comfortable and stylish for your loved one?

Share your experience in our short survey

Because no one should have to choose between dignity and design.

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Could the Shingles Vaccine Help Protect Your Parent from Dementia? New research has found that the shingles vaccine could reduce the risk of dementia in older adults. We break down the findings, how it might work, and what it means for Carents – adult children caring...

Find out what the science says, how it works, and whether it’s time to speak to your parent’s GP.

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How to Protect Your Loved Ones from Scammers & Financial Fraud

Worried about scams targeting your loved ones? We’ve got tips to help you spot the signs and keep them safe.

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‘Awful April’ Arrives: Soaring Bills Hit Older People and Carents Hard April brings another blow to older people and their families, as utility bills rise again. With many carents reducing work hours to care for their parents, and older people spending more time at home,...

📈 Awful April is here – from soaring energy bills to council tax hikes, we’re seeing a growing squeeze on those already stretched.

Find out what’s changing, why it matters, and what help’s available 👇

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Currently starring as DI Liz Nyles in ITV’s Protection, Siobhan Finneran plays a police officer juggling one of the most complex roles of all – supporting a parent with dementia. We’re so glad to see carents being represented on screen. It matters. Because what they do matters.

Caring for elderly parents shouldn’t fall to just one person. Every small action can make a big difference!

How can you help share the care in your family this week? Let’s make sure the responsibility is spread more equally and everyone is supported.

Things to consider when choosing a care home for elderly parents

Choosing a care home for an elderly parent is a significant and often emotional decision that many carents will face - here are some key things to consider when choosing a care home.

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Are you juggling work (or retirement) while caring for a parent? We’d love to hear your story! Take our short survey and help us shine a light on the real-life experiences of Carents just like you. Share your experience via share-eu1.hsforms.com/2hSuH6PgWTPe...

How long will you be caring for your parent? 🤔

It’s one of the most common questions we get asked -whether you're already providing support or preparing for the future, we’ve got some insights to help you plan.

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📢 Upcoming Event: Time to Talk – How Do You Know If Your Elderly Parent Is Unwell?

Join us on 19th February at 6pm for a practical and insightful session with Dr. Kirsten Protherough, medical expert in frailty care. Sign up now and be part of the conversation: eu1.hubs.ly/H0gQFtw0

RTS Switchoff 2025: What Carents Need to Know and Do To ensure your loved one doesn’t face unexpected energy costs or heating problems, here’s what you need to know and the actions you need to take.

To ensure your loved one doesn’t face unexpected energy costs or heating problems, here’s what you need to know and the actions you need to take.

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Carents® working with IMPACT Carents® has been accepted on a national research programme to improve adult social care working with IMPACT.

🚨 Exciting news! Carents® has been accepted onto IMPACT’s national programme to help transform adult social care! 🎉

We’re giving seldom-heard carents a voice...change is coming. Stay tuned! 👏

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Caring for an elderly loved one brings many changes, some of which can lead to profound feelings of loss even without a typical bereavement. Recognising and addressing these emotions is essential for your well-being as a carent.

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How To Report Scam Phone Calls - The Carents Room Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from phone scams with our informative guide on tackling phone scams.

Unsolicited phone calls – nuisance calls, scams, telesales, abandoned or silent calls – can all cause untold disturbance, worry and upset for older people living alone. Here's how to report them 👇

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We’d love for you to join the next working Carents focus groups:
• 21st January (18:30 - 20:00)
• 23rd January (16:30 - 18:00)
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/.../tZMtf...
Let’s shape more inclusive workplaces together!

Our recent focus group for working Carents sparked powerful insights, expertly illustrated by Nifty Fox, capturing themes like lack of guidance, sleep deprivation, and guilt. Yet, simple solutions (flexible hours, respectful listening, peer support) could make all the difference.
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Navigating the various support options available for Carents can be tricky, but our guides aim to simplify the process, ensuring that you have access to the finances, resources and information you need to support both yourself and your loved one.

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