Resources: Practical Skills

This guide brings together helpful advice for carers, covering some of the common challenges you might face and ways to manage them. It includes practical tips, information on support available, and guidance to help you feel more confident and supported in your caring role.

This guide looks at ways to adapt a home to make it safer and more comfortable, covering practical changes such as mobility aids, bathroom adaptations, and small adjustments that can make everyday life easier. While it’s written with older people in mind, much of the advice is just as relevant for those caring for someone with a disability, helping you create a space that better supports their needs.

This guide offers practical advice and reassurance for anyone caring for someone with dementia. It covers what to expect as the condition progresses, ways to support day to day living, and tips for managing changes in behaviour, communication, and memory, helping you feel more prepared and supported in your caring role.