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Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis can be life-changing. Through our experience of supporting people facing MS and their families, we know that most people prefer to stay in the safety and comfort of their own homes. Staying at home with specialist support for MS means that you can continue to live life your way while [...]
Dementia is one of the most rapidly increasing health conditions in the UK. One in 14 people over the age of 65 have dementia, and one in six people over 80. There are several types of dementia with Alzheimer’s being the best known. However, the symptoms are broadly the same. Your loved one might be [...]
Caring for a loved one who has dementia can be challenging. We have put together this article to give you information about how respite care can help to relieve some of the pressures you might be facing. What respite care means In a nutshell, respite care for dementia means that you can take a break [...]
Proud to be winners of a Home Care Award Abingdon-based Mumby’s Live-in Care wins the Live-in Care Expertise Award at this year’s Home Care Awards. This annual prestigious award ceremony identifies the best UK companies in home care and celebrates their successes. This accolade demonstrates Mumby’s commitment to providing a highly [...]
Mumby’s are delighted to welcome Karen, or Kaz as she’s known, to the Care Management Team. Kaz joins Mumby’s at a time of rapid expansion in the new role of Care Team Manager. As Care Team Manager, Kaz will be overseeing our Care Managers and all of our Live-in Carers. Qualifications and experience to support [...]
Watching your loved one recover from a stroke can be difficult. When an elderly loved one suffers a stroke, their rehabilitation can be lengthy and, often, unpredictable. There are many ways you can support your loved ones through their recovery, including making modifications to their home, encouraging daily exercises, and empowering independent movement. You might [...]
Hip fractures happen when the upper part of your thigh bone (femur) breaks. This is most common in older people or those with osteoporosis. Surgery and physiotherapy can help you regain independence and mobility. In this article, we’ll explore what a hip fracture is, what hip fracture surgery entails, how it affects people with dementia [...]
Funding for dementia care may seem confusing at first glance. This blog aims to comprehensively explain the funding options open to you for dementia care for a loved one. Dementia is devastating for any family and can have an overwhelming impact on your finances. There are approximately 700,000 families caring for loved ones with dementia [...]
What do live-in carers do? Live-in carers have one of the most rewarding occupations – they help to care for others and perform tasks for them like household chores and personal care. This means that the person being cared for can stay at home and enjoy the companionship and emotional support that a live-in carer [...]
The effects of dementia on daily life What are the effects of dementia on daily living? Dementia in itself is not an actual condition but is a term used to describe more than 100 different degenerative conditions, including the most common, which is Alzheimer's Disease. The most common dementia effects include memory loss, declining cognitive [...]
