Visiting your loved one at Newgate Lodge Care Home should be a positive, comfortable experience for everyone. Whether you’re planning your first visit or are a regular visitor, this guide [...]
When your parent moves into a care home, understanding what happens to their State Pension and other benefits is crucial for financial planning. The good news is that your parent will continue to [...]
The state pension age in the UK is rising from 66 to 67, starting April 2026 and completing in March 2028. If you or a family member were born on or after 6 April 1960, you will be affected. The [...]
We’re excited to announce the launch of our latest Lidder Life Magazine – Winter Edition. This edition is packed with the latest news, updates, and inspiring stories from across [...]
The right care home provides not just physical safety, but genuine quality of life — comfort, dignity, stimulation, and the kind of human connection that makes later life feel meaningful rather [...]
We’re delighted to share that the latest edition of our in-house magazine, Lidder Life, is now available to read online. You can read the full magazine here. The Autumn Edition brings together [...]
Home care allows your loved one to receive professional support in the comfort of their own home. It’s ideal for those wanting to maintain independence and familiar routines, but it comes [...]
One of the most common questions families ask after a dementia diagnosis is whether their loved one can remain at home. The answer is rarely a simple yes or no. Many people with dementia [...]
When a loved one needs care home support but their main asset is their home, the prospect of selling the family property quickly can feel overwhelming. Deferred Payment Agreements (DPAs) offer a [...]
One of the most challenging aspects of advanced dementia care is identifying when someone is experiencing pain. As dementia progresses and communication abilities decline, people often lose the [...]
When a family member is ready to leave hospital but cannot immediately return home, the discharge process can feel rushed and confusing. Understanding how hospital-to-care-home transitions work, [...]
If you’ve noticed your loved one with dementia becoming increasingly confused, agitated or distressed as the day progresses, you’re witnessing a phenomenon called sundowning. This [...]