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Ageing population means care work is a job for life

Care has become a job for life due to the on-going growth of the ageing population in the country (July, 2018). According to official statistics Wales has the fastest growing proportion of older people in the UK – by 2039 there will be 44% more people aged 65 and above compared to 2014. As a […]

Preventing diabetes in old age

More than 4.5 million people living in the UK have diabetes and nine out of 10 of these cases are type-2 diabetes. It is caused by problems with a chemical in the body (hormone) called insulin. It’s also often linked to being overweight or inactive or having a family history of it. There are some […]

Care ambassadors to educate students on the industry

Schools and colleges in Wales are being urged to sign up to receive talks from experts about the care industry and caring for the elderly. Abacare is offering up its Care Ambassadors, Irene Woodward, Nerys Hughes and Rosemarie Williams to talk to Key Stage Four school pupils and college students to provide an insight into […]

The future of the care industry

The face of care is evolving with more complex needs and person-centred care, enabling agencies to work closely with service users to ensure positive outcomes and determine support needed. Staff recruitment and training is paramount if we’re to introduce young people into the sector. We have our own in-house training with expert trainers and are […]

Could live-in care be right for your loved-one?

Did you know we’re able to provide 24 hour live-in support to anyone who may require it? If your loved-one is requiring more care more regularly, moving into residential care isn’t the only option available to you. We can provide a live-in carer for them to help avoid the upheaval that comes with moving into […]

Abacare says care workers are valued

FOLLOWING the launch of a new book giving an insight into experiences of homecare workers a Welsh care provider has said its carers are extremely valued in their profession because of the work they do (August, 2017). Abacare, an award winning care company that provides care across Wales, says its care workers can create a […]

Abacare helps Barbara keep her best friend at home

BARBARA O’Sullivan from Caersws has been able to stay with her four-legged canine friend Joe and receive the care she needs at home thanks to a care provider in the area (August, 2017). Abacare carers can visit service user’s homes and administer care, allowing them to remain in the comfort of their own homes and […]

Busy parents offered work/life balance

PARENTS looking to balance their lifestyles alongside work are this month (May, 2017) being offered weekend and evening opportunities with a Welsh care provider. Abacare understands that working and looking after children can be difficult so is offering flexible hours to current and potential new care staff. Peter Angelides, CEO at the award-winning provider, Abacare, […]

Tips for carers to alleviate stress

Caring for another person is a tough job and we applaud anyone who takes on the role, but it’s important to remember that you need to take a break in order to rest and relax too. If you’re stressed on the job, you won’t be able to provide your highest quality level of care. Whether […]

Looking for a career change?

WORKERS in Wales looking for a change of career are being invited to contact a care agency that provides services across Wales this month (April, 2017). Abacare has more than 30 carer positions it is looking to fill across the country and is asking anyone interested in switching professions to get in touch. Peter Angelides, […]