National Schizophrenia Awareness Day takes place on 25 July 2026, encouraging honest discussion about a condition still surrounded by damaging myths and misunderstanding. Schizophrenia can affect how someone thinks, feels and interprets the world, but it does not define their identity, abilities or future. The Rethink Mental Illness charity estimates that schizophrenia affects around one…
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Spinal Injury Homecare: Specialist Support for Independent Living by Alcedo Care A spinal injury can change daily life immediately, affecting movement, sensation, independence and the ability to complete everyday activities safely. The impact varies according to the location and severity of the damage. For this reason, every person requires an individual approach to care. Understanding…
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What Is Live-In Homecare and How Can It Help? Live-in homecare provides continuous, personalised support within the comfort and familiarity of your own home. A professional carer lives with you, providing practical assistance, personal care and companionship. Your support is planned around your individual needs, preferences and established routines. For many people, live-in care offers…
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Alcedo Care Celebrates Seventh Consecutive Homecare.co.uk Top 20 Award Alcedo Care is proud to announce that it has once again been recognised as one of the UK’s Top 20 Large Home Care Groups by homecare.co.uk – making this the seventh consecutive year the family-owned care provider has received the prestigious award. The annual Top 20…
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Respite Care for Carers – recharge your batteries with the help of Alcedo Care Caring for someone you love is important, but it can also be exhausting. Many family carers carry significant responsibility every day, often with little time to recover. Over time this can affect sleep, health, confidence and emotional wellbeing. Respite care for…
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Support for Neurodiverse Conditions for Adults and Young People Neurodiversity is part of everyday life for many families across the UK. It can include autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, communication needs and associated anxiety. At Alcedo Care we understand that no two people experience neurodiversity in the same way. Every person has their own strengths,…
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End of Life Care at Home by Alcedo Care. When someone is approaching end of life, comfort, dignity and choice matter more than ever. Many people want to spend their final days at home surrounded by memories, loved ones and familiar routines. End of life care at home makes this possible with sensitive, practical and…
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New offices, new opportunities Home care provider Alcedo Care has continued its expansion with the opening of two new offices in Bingley and the West Midlands, strengthening its ability to provide high-quality home care and complex care services across even more communities. The newest branch in Bingley opened during the first week of May and…
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Complex Care at Home by Alcedo Care offers specialist support for people with significant health, clinical, physical, or neurological needs. It allows adults and children to receive high-quality care in their own home, rather than moving into hospital or residential care. For many families, home is the safest and most reassuring place to be. It…
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Dementia Action Week 2026, from May 18th – 24th, is a national awareness campaign led by the Alzheimer’s Society. It brings people, families, communities and organisations together to take meaningful action on dementia. The campaign helps raise understanding of dementia, challenge stigma, and encourage people to seek support earlier. For many families, dementia can feel…
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