#itswhatwedo Self Care
Self Care What is Self Care? WHO’s working definition of self-care is : “The ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a health-care provider”. Here at Cura-Care, we believe Self care is about taking time for you! Understanding what actions you need to do to fulfil your basic needs. Our team, support our clients by taking time to do a range of [...]
#itswhatwedo Diabetes & Healthy Eating
Diabetes & Healthy Eating What is Diabetes & Healthy Eating Diabetes is a condition that causes a person's blood sugar level to become too high. There are two types of Diabetes: Type 1: where the body's immune system attacks and destroys the cells that produce insulin Type 2: where the body does not produce enough insulin, or the body's cells do not react to insulin Facts and Figures Type 2 diabetes is far more common than type 1. In the [...]
Roald Dahl Book Day
Celebrate Roald Dahl Story Day with us at Cura-Care on Sunday 13th September 2020.For many people, Roald Dahl was a huge part of their childhood, and the stories in which Roald Dahl wrote have, as we know, been made into famous movies such as: Matilda, The BFG, James and the Giant Peach & Charlie and The Chocolate Factory.We asked our staff what they're favourite Roald Dahl Story is and why...Kerry: "Got to be BFG" "Because he steals dreams and bottles [...]
#itswhatwedo Epilepsy & Seizures
Cura-Care's support team know that having the skills and knowledge to support an individual with Epilepsy is important. What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes abnormal brain activity can cause seizures, unusual behaviour or sensations. Seizures may be: Absences - Where the individual may lose awareness of their surroundings Tonic Clonic Seizure - Tonic means loss of consciousness and Clonic means jerking of limbs and possible loss of bowel control What causes epilepsy? Seizures may be [...]
World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day What is World Suicide Prevention Day? World suicide Prevention day begun in order to create awareness all around the world. All over the world, there are different ways that people can raise awareness, raise funds for charities who support those who have attempted suicide and families of those who have. Facts and Figures It can be eye opening when looking at the facts and figures of suicide, but it is reality. Suicide is preventable not [...]
#itswhatwedo We promote your independence
Cura-Care's support team know that maintaining freedom of choice is important for an individual's self-growth. Here are our top tips for promoting independence. Start Slowly & Achieve Small Things Start by setting small goals, ensuring they are achievable and can be easily recognised as successes. Be patient, taking things step by step and allowing time for each new skill to become fluent enables people to feel more confident to move onto more challenging tasks. Build a good network of [...]