The cost of home care in London Jothno Care & Support

The cost of home care in London

There’s increasing demand for home care in London. It is a suitable alternative to care homes when elderly relatives live alone or need additional help to stay in their own home. Home care can help keep them safe and happy in their own familiar space.  There is a cost to hiring home care and the … Read more

Respite care for dementia patients in London Jothno Care and Support

Respite care for dementia patients

The number of patients who are diagnosed with dementia is increasing. There is a corresponding increase in the number of family caregivers who are looking after patients at home. Temporary respite care for dementia patients can provide the caregiver with the opportunity to recharge and return to caring. It reduces the risk of burnout.  Dementia … Read more

Home care for South Asians in London Jothno Care and Support 1

Home care for South Asians in London

We provide home care for South Asians in London. South Asian communities have specific needs and can face challenges when seeking home care including language barriers, cultural expectations, and a lack of awareness of local home care services.  Many families prefer to care for elders within the family, but modern living and changing circumstances can … Read more

Benefits of respite care for caregivers Jothno care and support

The benefits of respite care for caregivers

Caring can be exhausting and lonely. The very nature of caring means giving of oneself to the care of others and that can mean that you neglect looking after yourself while you are caring. The benefits of respite care for caregivers are many including rest, recuperation and recharging.  It is estimated that there are 5.8 … Read more

What is domiciliary care? Jothno care and support

What is domiciliary care?

Domiciliary care, also known as home care, is a support service for people who need help to live in their own homes. It enables them to keep their independence and improve their quality of life through essential support, like personal care and household chores.  Domiciliary means ‘concerned with or occurring in someone’s home’ (Oxford Dictionary).  … Read more

Types of care for older people in London - Jothno Care & Support

12 types of care for older people

As a person gets older, they need to consider whether they can continue to live in their own home or whether they need additional support. Thankfully there are quite a few types of care for older people to choose from. They include aging in place, retirement communities, independent living, sheltered housing, assisted living, close care … Read more

Cost of live in care in London Jothno care and support 1

The cost of Live In Care in London

Live in care can offer a cost effective alternative to moving into a care home. One of the biggest concerns that people come to us with, is what the cost of live in care in London will be. London is pricier than the rest of the UK for many things and live in care services … Read more

Domiciliary Care For Elderly Jothno Care And Support

Domiciliary care for elderly relatives

Are you struggling to balance your busy life while making sure your elderly parents or grandparents get the care they deserve? Our domiciliary care for elderly relatives in east London can provide comfort, independence and peace of mind.  Domiciliary care is an at home service that provides support. It helps older people to live independently … Read more

Help at home for elderly Londoners jothno care and support

Help at home for elderly Londoners

We’re all getting older and London is no exception. There are more older people living alone than ever before. By arranging for help at home an elderly person can extend their independence and continue to live safely in their familiar environment. This can improve quality of life and happiness.  Help at home takes different forms … Read more

Live In Care For Those With Dementia Jothno Care And Support

Live in care for people with dementia

Live in care for people with dementia can be a better alternative to nursing home care. 1 in 14 people over the age of 65 in the UK have dementia (Alzheimer’s Research UK). That’s about 982,000 people. 1 in 2 of us will suffer from or know someone with dementia. This puts a huge onus … Read more