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Survey finds that one in five older people will live in one room this winter
The British Gas Help the Aged Partnership survey has found that over 2.5 million older people (one in five) stay or live in just one heated room of their homes to keep warm and save heating costs. It also shows that over one million older people cut back
Help and Care supports crackdown on crime against older people
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has announced that victimisation of older people due to their age or perceived frailty will be considered a 'hate crime'. It has launched a consultation paper designed to toughen the CPS's approach in pursuing prosecuti
The ROOTS Service receives an early Christmas Present!
Help and Care's gardening service 'Roots' yesterday received an early christmas present of new uniforms with money raised by local rowers!
Help and Care's Top Tips for Carers for the festive season!
Help and Care recognises that this can be a difficult time of year for those who care for someone who relies on them... We have put together some top tips for carers to help them stay well at the festive season...
Help and Care Supports Dorset Council in its review of Day Centres
Isn't it time to reconsider how people who need 'day care' receive that care? Are our day care services really fit for purpose in 2007? Help and Care agrees with Dorset Council that Day Centres need review.
New Report on people's experience of choosing a care home
The Commission for Social Care Inspection has published a report stating that older people may not be getting the information they need to make informed decisions about choosing a care home.
New report states Carers Save the NHS 87 billion pounds per year.
A new report published by Carers UK and the University of Leeds has calculated that unpaid carers save the NHS £87billion which is more than is spent per year on the NHS as a whole!
Help and Care gives a welcome day out to isolated older people
Help and Care joined with the Bournemouth Rotary Club to give a day out to older people for some of whom it was only their second time out this year! A group of older people were treated to lunch in the pier restaurant and a show at the pier theater.
Help and Care receives top marks from the Charity Commission
Following a recent Review Visit Help and Care has received a glowing report from the Charity Commission. Mark Sharman Chief Executive said "We are thrilled with the report. It reflects the hard work and dedication and of our staff and volunteers"
Government Announces New Standing Commission on Carers
In his speech to the National Council for Voluntary Organisations Gordon Brown announced plans to introduce new Standing Commissions and that one of these will be on Carers.
Dorset Adult Education Service launches new project to help carers back to work
Dorset Adult Education Service has launched a new one year project to help carers receive learning and training in order that they can return to paid employment or help them become a volunteer.
Government announces project to produce the first ever national dementia strategy
The Government is to produce the first ever national dementia strategy in response to one of the great challenges now facing our society. Ivan Lewis said "The current system is failing too many dementia sufferers and their carers".
Are Mental Health Services letting down older people?
The UK Inquiry into Mental Health and Well-Being in Later Life has published its final report, "Improving Services and Support for Older People with Mental Health Problems".
Gordon Brown Announces more support for the Third Sector
The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown announced on Tuesday his plans to give more support to the third sector. Help and Care is pleased that the work done by the voluntary sector is getting the recognition it deserves and is looking forward to this new era.
Help and Care Opens New Carers Centre
Help and Care are proud to be opening their doors to carers with the launch of their new Carers Centre. The Mayor of Bournemouth, Councillor Anne Filer opened the centre today and learned about how Help and Care Supports Carers across Dorset.
Do you share our values and have experience of the building industry?
Help and Care is looking for people who share our values and have experience of the building industry. We are creating a new service designed to support older people through the complexities of a home improvement project.
Our 0845 Number
We are grateful to members of the public who have pointed out to us that we were misleading people by suggesting that our 0845 number was free. We apologise for this genuine error.
NHS Launch New Health Information Website
NHS Choices, the comprehensive health information website that provides easily accessible information about conditions, treatments and hospitals launches today. The website empowers the public to make informed choices about their own health, including wh
The Zimmers hit the charts
New group The Zimmers storm the charts with a cover of The Who song - My Generation. Lead singer Alf is 90 years young, and no member of the band is under 60. The group was created to voice the feelings of isolation and imprisonment.
Help and Care in the 2007 London Marathon
Seven local runners complete the Flora London Marathon 2007 to raise money for Help and Care. We would like to thank those who ran and raised money for us. It is not too late to belatedly sponsor our runners.
Government Launch Major Carers Consultation
Details of a huge national debate on how to improve the future of the nation's six million carers were released today by Care Services Minister, Ivan Lewis. A dedicated website, launched today, is part of a major nationwide consultation exercise to engag
Monthly Carers Support at New Help and Care Carers Centre, Bournemouth
Help and Care is opening its Bournemouth Carers Centre doors to carers support once a month.