How supported living helps you stay independent Different types of disabilities affect young people: developmental (autism, ADHD), behavioural (anxiety, depression), sensory (visual & hearing impairments) and physical (cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy). For these young people, moving away from home as they grow up is more difficult and staying independent as they get older is more … Read more
Talking to a parent about accepting live-in care can be difficult. There is worry on both sides. You worry about whether they’ll be unhappy with the care provided, worry that they’ll be unhappy that you are suggesting they need help, worry that you are letting your parents down. They worry about being a burden, worry … Read more
How Jothno Care supports children with additional needs and gives parents time to rest and recharge. What is respite care for children? Respite care for children is short-term planned or emergency breaks that provide care for a child so that parents and family caregivers can take a rest (Haringey Council). Respite care can be provided … Read more
Jothno Care builds personalised, culturally sensitive support at home for your loved ones. A personal care plan is the written agreement that sets out the day-to-day support, goals and plan for how our carers will help keep your relatives safe, comfortable and independent at home. Personal care plans are important for London families that are … Read more
Slips and trips are more common in older adults due to reduced physical strength and failing eyesight. They are often caused by everyday items left lying around that are not noticed until it is too late. The good news is that a few simple changes to the home can ensure that they are less likely … Read more
Living with elderly parents is common, particularly in South Asian families in London. It is not always easy to live in a multi-generational setup and there are some challenges. As the elderly start to require more help, family caregivers have to learn how to balance care with busy London life. Cultural traditions can mean that … Read more
South Asian families in London are looking for quality care options that respect their heritage, faith and linguistic needs. Specialist care agencies like Jothno Care can help by providing culturally sensitive options for elderly care in London. Honouring our elders South Asian families of Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan descent have a deep commitment … Read more
Respite care brings temporary relief to family caregivers so that they can take a break. The cost of respite care in London is dependent on the level of care that is required, how many hours a week it is needed and whether any specialist services are needed. In London this can be higher than in … Read more
It is not always the case that we look after a parent or child, sometimes we help a sibling in supporting a brother or sister who needs home care. This is more often the case when the sibling has some form of disability. This can be lifelong like cerebral palsy or autism or it can … Read more
Home care for those with learning disabilities is an alternative to supported living for people that prefer to live independently. It helps overcome difficulties with daily life for those who need help to manage. There are many types of learning disability. Some include specific learning issues with maths, reading or writing (dyspraxia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia). … Read more