Subject
News
4 articles
- Started January 2020
- Last added October 2026
Practical updates on care and support at home, focusing on what families should look for and which questions to ask.
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National Dental Hygiene Month: A Four-Week Reset for Your Teeth
October is National Dental Hygiene Month in the US. One small focus a week, from brushing technique to booking a check-up, and a sensible plan for the sweets at the end of the month.
4 min
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How to Adjust to the Time Change When the Clocks Fall Back
The clocks go back on 25 October in the UK and much of Europe and on 1 November in most of the US. Small shifts in the days before make the extra hour easier on everyone.
4 min
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How Long Are Thanksgiving Leftovers Good For?
Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three to four days, or freeze them. A dish-by-dish look at turkey, stuffing, gravy, sides and pie.
4 min
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Choosing Home Care For The Elderly: What To Look For
Most older people would rather stay in the house they know, with their own chair, their own kitchen and their neighbours nearby. Home care makes that possible for longer. Some seniors need…
2 min
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