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'Health Secretary Matt Hancock is setting out his long-term vision for the NHS on Monday - and it will focus on preventing illness.' Read the full article on BBC News http://ow.ly/MSUq30mv3nW

Social Careline is delighted to have signed an agreement with Coventry University Enterprises Ltd to conduct a funded User Group Research study.
The research will focus on the responses of care practitioners in healthcare assessing the impact of our telecare service, and the possibilities of integration of the service into NHS care pathways.

Free bus pass funding becoming 'nearly impossible' for councils, warns the LGA as journeys fall to 12 year low.
Older and disabled bus users have been told by the LGA that subsidising free travel while having to find billions of pounds worth of savings and protect other vital services is a nearly insurmountable task.
Read the article here: http://ow.ly/kwVE30meyT9

The final topic covered in our Careline Clinic is:
4. Charities & Support Groups
Contacting charities and support groups is a great way to expand your knowledge of support available to you, and a good way to meet people in a similar situation to yourself.
... The Clinic discusses national, and local groups of interest.
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The third topic discussed in our Careline Clinic is:
3. Funding Advice and Support
So where do you start when looking for support? We cover the multiple sources of benefits and grants to help with your caring responsibilities, depending on location, needs etc.
... Extra financial support can go a long way when caring for someone
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Our Careline Clinic covers four important care topics, the second being:
2. Wellbeing of the Carer
Looking after your own wellbeing is vital, although when you are caring and working and balancing family life, generally you are time poor and quite frankly it can fall to the back of the list.
... The Clinic discusses the importance of maintaining your own health.
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Our Careline Clinic covers four important care topics, the first being:
1. Care Options
There are many different care options out there for you and your family. Many that will help your loved ones to live independently at home for longer.
... The Careline Clinic helps identify the most suitable options to meet your requirements.
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Our Careline Clinic covers four important care topics, providing insight and advice for you, or someone you know. Designed for HR Managers and employees, the clinic can be presented face to face or via webinar, to meet your requirements.
Want to find out more? Visit our website to book a free chat with the team.
www.socialcareline.com

In light of mental health awareness week, we wanted to highlight this great support and practical advice resource from Mind Charity. Information that focuses specifically on the mental health challenges you can face when caring for someone else #MHAW2018 http://ow.ly/tkF430k2VYv

'Frequent callers are classed as those who call at least five times in a month, or at least 12 times in three months, and they cost the health service almost £19m a year.' An article by BBC News on how frequent callers affect the country's health services. Read the full article here: http://ow.ly/azMo30iTFqp

Today is Rare Disease Day, a day of global awareness for those rare diseases that regularly go undiagnosed or have delayed diagnoses, and can have a huge affect on peoples lives. For more details visit: https://www.rarediseaseday.org

'Loneliness poses health risks and is a drain on the public purse'. A great article by The Guardian on recognising the impact of isolation on the elderly, and the economy. http://ow.ly/iVty30iCd9G

'Older workers crucial to future of UK economy'. An article by HRreview on the impact older people in the workforce can have on the economy. http://ow.ly/X1FT30iyxhA

'By 2050, 25% of the population will be over 65 – many living in solitude. Loneliness is becoming one of our biggest problems'. A great article in The Guardiandiscussing how to deal with ageing and the loneliness and isolation that comes with it. http://ow.ly/RgIw30ih7wp

A new British Red Cross report calls for action to stop an ‘endless cycle’ of avoidable hospital admissions among vulnerable patients. This could ease pressure on the health and social care systems. Click here to read the full report: http://ow.ly/sSno30iap3N

'Number of young carers in UK soars by 10,000 in four years'. A great article in The Independent talking about the rise of young carers in the UK and the support they need to not miss out on life chances that other young people get. http://ow.ly/w2oC30i3vEA

On this young carers awareness day we are giving 5 subscriptions of Social Careline to young carers to help with their caring responsibilities. Share this post and message us if you know of someone who would benefit from our service. Spread the awareness!

It's young carers awareness day, a day recognising all the great work young carers do and a time to highlight the support that is available to them. Visit the Carers Trust website for more information and to help raise awareness of the the 700,000 young carers in the UK. http://ow.ly/r4ZG30hZvMM