Here at Mumby’s Homecare, we are delighted to be shortlisted for the Innovation in Care at the Care Heroes Awards that honours innovations and recognises creative thinking by individuals or teams which helped ensure that service users continued to receive outstanding care during the pandemic. The Mumby's Directors, Ann, Trevor and Joel Mumby Mumby’s team [...]
What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition. This means that it causes problems in the brain and gets worse over time. The condition develops when cells in the brain stop working properly and are lost over time. These brain cells produce a chemical called dopamine. Symptoms start to appear when [...]
We need cholesterol in our blood to stay healthy. However, if our level gets too high, it can increase our risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular dementia. High cholesterol is when you have too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in your blood. An unhealthy lifestyle usually causes high cholesterol. Eating an unhealthy [...]
Staying fit and healthy has enormous benefits for all ages but particularly for the elderly, as being active is an integral part of maintaining your health. Staying fit can reduce the risk of many diseases and ailments, such as the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Even simple movements built into your daily routine can [...]
High blood pressure is a common condition affecting one in 3 adults in the UK. As there are not usually any symptoms of the condition, the only way to know if your blood pressure is high is to have it measured. Though it doesn't have any symptoms, high blood pressure can cause serious health issues, [...]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease. If you have Rheumatoid arthritis, your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body leading to inflammation, swelling and pain in joints. RA can also cause problems in organs such as the lungs, heart and eyes. Rheumatoid arthritis is a serious disease which needs a program [...]
Live-in Care in Berkshire At Mumby’s, we believe that live-in care provides the best way for your loved one to continue to live the life they choose in security and comfort. Live-in care is a viable alternative to going into a nursing home for most people. When you choose live-in care, a carer comes [...]
Live-in Care in Hampshire Here at Mumby’s, we pride ourselves on providing the finest quality home care available. We believe that live-in home care offers the best way to provide a rich, fulfilling life for those who need extra support. Choosing live-in care will allow your loved one to stay in their home. Surrounded by [...]
Vitamin D has long been known to help keep bones and teeth strong. However, there is a range of other health benefits that vitamin D provides including: Supporting the immune system Promoting brain and nervous system health Regulating insulin levels Keeping muscles healthy Supporting lung function and cardiovascular health Influencing the expression of genes involved [...]
If you have a loved one who needs considerable care, but you're reluctant to move them into a care home, live-in home care offers a safe and affordable option Many older people are reluctant to leave their family home and move into the unfamiliar surroundings of a care home. They may fear that they [...]
