Woman's Weekly

Time to talk about CARE?

Talking to loved ones about care is daunting, but it’s an important conversation to have, says Nicola Buckley, who discussed the options available with her dad, and is urging others to do the same. Nicola, 52, from Surrey, began talking about care with her dad Ricky, 79, in 2018, when she realised he wasn’t able to look after himself. She is pleased she did, as it has led to a better quality of life for him.

Ricky now has a weekly 12-hour care package, through private firm Home Instead. He receives help with food prep, laundry,

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