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Preparing an Older Relative’s Home for Autumn: 8 Simple Ways to Keep Them Safe and Comfortable

As the evenings draw in and temperatures begin to fall, many of us start thinking about how to keep our homes warm and cosy. But if you have an older parent or relative living independently, autumn can bring a few extra things to consider. Is their home warm enough? Are they managing everyday tasks comfortably? Could darker evenings and wet weather make getting around more difficult? The good news is that a few simple preparations can make a real difference to their comfort, safety and independence. We’ve put together eight practical checks to help you and your loved one feel...

Avanti Homecare Launches Coffee Morning Group to combat loneliness in Older Community

Coffee Morning Group Avanti Homecare We welcomed over 30 people to The Brown Bear for a morning filled with conversation, activities, laughter and plenty of friendly faces. As this was our very first Friendship Group Coffee Morning, we were absolutely delighted with the turnout and the lovely atmosphere throughout the morning. A huge thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the morning such a success. Whether you joined in with the activities, had a chat over a cuppa or simply popped in to see what it was all about, it was wonderful to have you there. We...

Friendship Matters: Why We’re Launching the Avanti Coffee Morning Group

30th July marks International Day of Friendship At Avanti Homecare, we see first-hand just how powerful friendship can be. A familiar face, a friendly conversation over a cup of tea, or simply having somewhere to belong can make an enormous difference to someone’s wellbeing. That’s why we’re so excited to be launching the Avanti Coffee Morning Group. We know that as people get older, opportunities to socialise can become fewer. Retirement, bereavement, health conditions or reduced mobility can all make it harder to stay connected, and loneliness can quietly become part of everyday life. Our new coffee morning has been...