Chance for Welsh to give back to their communities in 2021

People who would like to contribute to the areas where they live in 2021 are being invited to sign-up for a career in care. We have community-based carer vacancies available now that include training, career advancement and benefits. The services our carers provide are essential to anyone who is elderly and vulnerable. Those we assist […]

Sow sweet peas in February

If you read our blog on jobs to do in the garden in February, you will have noticed one of those jobs was to sow sweet peas. As part of our #GetGardening series, to help keep you occupied during lockdown, we’re sharing top tips for sowing the seeds so you can enjoy lovely, sweet smelling […]

Gardening jobs for February

If you took up gardening during the previous lockdowns, you might be thinking there isn’t much you can be doing at this time of year on your plot. However, there is still lots to be getting on with. As part of our #GetGardening series, we’ve put together a list of jobs you can do in […]

Dismissing dementia myths

Dementia isn’t something a lot of people learn about at a younger age and there is a lot of misconception surrounding it, so we’ve decided to give people the lowdown on some of the biggest myths out there. According to the Alzheimer’s Society, there are currently 850,000 people with the condition in the UK, with […]

Tips for getting your home organised

A new year often brings with it the urge to clean and organise our home. We’ve put together some top tips for keeping things organised and getting the job done well. If you have an elderly loved-one, neighbour or friend whose house needs some TLC, then why not give them a hand? Please only enter […]

The importance of an eye test for the elderly

It is recommended that we have an eye test every two years, however people over the age of 40 should be tested more regularly. We can often take our eyesight for granted. As we age it can deteriorate, so it’s important to keep up with your regular check-ups. If you notice a sudden change in […]

We’re helping unemployed get back to work

It’s been a tough time for people in all sorts of different industries and many individuals have been made redundant or simply unemployed due to the pandemic. We want to help and believe that offering people re-training in a new industry is a great way to get them back into the working world. Many unemployed […]

Encouraging the elderly to eat

As we age, it can become increasingly difficult to eat well. There are lots of reasons why an elderly person might lose their appetite, this can range from various health conditions, to taking medications and even depression or loneliness. If you’re looking after an older relative, friend or neighbour, then we have put together some […]

The benefits of eating potatoes

At this time of year, one thing many of us like to indulge in is comfort eating. Hearty potatoes are great for keeping us warm and they’re packed full of goodness too, so you don’t have to feel guilty for indulging. Here’s why the spud is so good for you: It is packed full of […]

We’re supporting virtual ‘Brew Monday’ campaign

We are supporting The Samaritans’ ‘Brew Monday’ campaign and are urging the people of Wales to have a virtual brew with their nearest and dearest on Monday, January 18. Last year we supported The Samaritans’ ‘Brew Monday’ campaign and are thrilled that it has been able to continue, albeit in a virtual capacity, again this […]