Supporting a Disabled Student at University with Live in Care or Personal Assitants (PA’s) Having a disability doesn’t need to be a barrier if you want to go to university. Whether you need support with cleaning and cooking, getting to and from lectures or just need some help taking notes, there is an abundance of […]
Author: Paul Austin
My passion for health and care was ignited by a deeply personal experience when a close friend of mine was involved in a serious road traffic accident with a bus. This experience served as a powerful inspiration for me to explore a career in healthcare as a Physiotherapist.
After earning my B.Sc.(hons) degree in Physiotherapy, I became a full member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and earned State Recognised Chartered Physiotherapist (SRP) status. I then ventured into the National Health Service (NHS), which I value so much, to embark on my journey into healthcare.
In this new capacity as a healthcare professional, I navigated through a spectrum of NHS rotations, encompassing respiratory medicine, the critical landscape of intensive care, diverse medical specialities, and the nuanced field of medicine tailored for older adults. These experiences profoundly shaped my understanding of the multifaceted needs within our healthcare system.
Seeking to broaden my scope, I transitioned beyond clinical practice to contribute professionally to the NHS Institute of Innovation and Improvement. Here, my role involved facilitating collaborations between local charities and NHS services, fostering a more interconnected healthcare ecosystem. It included working with local and strategic NHS bodies to learn and make improvements within.
My time in the NHS came to an end when I saw the many improvements that were required in the Social Care sector. I had a new mission. I wanted to help those people receiving care in their own homes - a place not visited often enough by existing NHS Services.
For the last 13 years, I have held key roles in the social care sector, serving previously as an approved Registered Manager for home care services and now as a director in two social care organisations specialising in Live in Care. Additionally, my history of involvement as a trustee in a charity and other social ventures, including as a member of a local government body, underscores my dedication to community welfare. People use the word passionate lightly quite often, but I am driven to improve the lives of others.
I am still proud to maintain my membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP), underscoring my steadfast dedication to professional excellence.
Concerned Dad Requires Extra Support at Home?
Does dad need extra support and care at home? Did you know after each father’s day and bank holiday, homecare services across the country see a sharp rise in call numbers? In 2020, families became even more distant than ever before. Due to COVID – 19 and continual lockdowns we left larger amounts of time […]
Worried a relative is showing signs of Dementia?
Did you know that each Easter, social services departments and home care agencies across the country see a sharp spike in call numbers? Due to COVID – 19 families became even more distant than ever before and we left larger amounts of time between visits, missing the opportunity to constantly check-in on our relatives. This […]
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Mother’s Day can cause mixed feelings for those caring for a mum living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. It’s common to experience a sense of loss for the way things used to be and to feel guilty about what we think we should do, or how we think we should feel. Celebrating Mother’s Day reminds you […]
Concerned a relative is showing signs of Dementia?
Did visiting relatives on christmas day make you worry? Are the signs of Dementia more apparent at Christmas? In 2020 families became even more distant than ever before. Due to COVID – 19 and continual lockdowns we left larger amounts of time between visits, missing the opportunity to constantly check-in on our loved ones. This […]
Winter tips for the Elderly
Each winter, one older person dies every 7 minutes from the cold. As a leading care in the home agency we understand the biggest problem for many of our elderly customers is not managing to stay warm enough in their homes. When the temperature drops, older people run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related […]
Creating a Dementia Friendly Home: 7 Essential Tips
Creating a Dementia Friendly Home for individuals living with Dementia. The design and layout of their home can significantly impact their daily life. Making simple changes around the house can create a dementia-friendly home, a substantial difference to ensuring safety and independence. In this guide, we’ll provide you with seven top tips to create a […]
Live-in Care vs Care Home: Costs and How to Choose
Choosing between live-in care and a care home is a big decision. As well as thinking about the support your loved one needs, you’re also considering where they’ll feel most comfortable, what their days will look like and how the costs will work. With live-in care, a carer lives in your loved one’s home and […]
Live-in Care and the Coronavirus Outbreak
As the country continues to hopefully come through the pandemic, our attention is still turned towards our elderly loved ones who are the group most at risk of serious illness. It is understandably a worrying time for anyone with a loved one who falls into this category, particularly if they have an underlying medical condition […]
What to Expect After a Hip Replacement Operation
While hip replacement surgery is becoming increasingly common in the UK, every recovery is different. This makes knowing what to expect after a hip operation difficult, with recovery time being dependent on a range of factors. These include the type of prosthetic hip you have, if any other soft tissues were affected during surgery, and […]
Making a Dementia Memory Box
Many of us have old boxes stored away that are full of memories from our past. Whether it’s mementos from a favourite holiday, photographs from when we were young or a keepsake from a significant other, these boxes act as a way for us to revisit times gone by whenever we feel like reminiscing. For […]
Indoor Activities for People with Dementia
With the changeable weather, loved ones can spend alot of boring days cooped up inside. And for those living with Dementia, these weather conditions can exacerbate feelings of confusion, disorientation and fright (especially if your loved one is upset by storms). Rainy days can leave the best of us feeling a little down, but a […]
How to Support Someone With a Learning Disability
According to research carried out by the NHS, there are more than one million people living with a learning disability in the UK. There are many different types of learning disabilities, and each person is unique, but there are some practical tips to bear in mind when it comes to caring for someone who may […]
Do You Require Urgent Care?
When You Might Require Urgent Care Life is unpredictable. Sometimes, urgent care is required immediately. Did you know IP Homecare operates a fast-response urgent care service to ensure that a trained, highly experienced live-in carer can be with you within 24 hours if the need arises? Find out more about our emergency home care services […]
Elderly Care After Hospital Discharge
If your loved one is due to be released from hospital, you may be wondering what follow-up care after hospital discharge involves. It’s important to make sure that the right support is in place after discharge from hospital, not only so that the transition from hospital to full-time care is as smooth as possible, but […]
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How can Live-in Care support the NHS?
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