Every member of staff in a care home is vital to the health and wellbeing of its residents, but one role that’s particularly valuable is that of a staff nurse. In nursing homes, registered nurses provide round-the-clock care for residents, and they may also be responsible for supervising the care given by other members of […]

If you’ve been caring for a loved one then helping them to make the decision that it is time to move into a nursing home can be stressful and fill many people with guilt. It can be even harder when you are making the decision on their behalf. However, in many cases nursing homes can […]

When a loved one receives palliative care, it can be a difficult time for both you and them. How can you best care for them at this stage? In this article, we look at what happens in palliative care, how you can look after yourself, and how you can support a loved one in palliative […]

Dementia can be distressing, both for the people with this debilitating condition and for their families. As dementia is a progressive illness, if someone has dementia, their symptoms will get worse over time. This means that they’ll need more care and support, and they may need the professional care and support that can be offered […]

Everyone needs a break some time, not least when you’re caring for a loved one or relative. That’s why, we always keep a room clear for short respite stays. So carers can get a well-earned rest. Pre-Bookable Respite rooms are available at Randolph Hill in Dunblane and Ashley Court in Morningside.