‘Landmark’ Mental Health Act reforms announced
The government has announced plans to reform the Mental Health Act and give those detained under it more control over…
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Domestic abuse figures to include over 75s
From next year the national data collection on domestic abuse will, for the first time, include those aged 75 and…
Look out for older neighbours as temperatures drop
Age Scotland is urging everyone to take extra care and look out for their older friends, relatives and neighbours during…
Feature: Being a social worker without the social
A social worker discusses the reality of working as a mental health social worker and best interest assessor for vulnerable…
Care home visits allowed over Christmas
Care home residents in all tiers will be able to see their families again this Christmas period, the Department of…
App allows families to check on loved ones in care homes
Log my Care has launched a Family Module which will allow family and friends to stay up-to-date with the care…
Council left man to pay for some of his own care
Hampshire County Council has been criticised by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) after it failed to meet…
Christmas set to be the loneliest yet
More than half the older population are concerned they won’t see friends and family this Christmas, Age UK research reveals. …
