April is World Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Week, which falls on April 22nd-28th. To raise awareness, we are very pleased to be able to share some information on these important conditions, and the way Oxford Aunts can provide enhanced support. Oxford Aunts is very lucky to be able to call on the support of in-house experts when providing care to clients living with Parkinson’s and MS. Jackie Cooper and Katrina Burns are two of those experts, and have shared some information below from their perspective as occupational therapists. As with all neurological conditions, each individual’s experience varies and follows a different path. However, as both conditions are degenerative there will come a time when you or your
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At Oxford Aunts, we understand the importance of compassionate and dedicated home carers in providing exceptional care and support to those who need it. But you may be wondering – what exactly is a home carer? A home carer is a professional dedicated to enriching the lives of those they care for. They often become essential to their client’s daily routines by offering practical assistance, emotional support, and a friendly presence. Whether it’s helping with personal care tasks, offering medication reminders, or simply engaging in heartfelt conversations, a home carer ensures that clients feel valued, respected, and genuinely cared for. Here we explore what a home carer is and the role of our dedicated and passionate carers in enhancing our
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