http://www.incareactive.co.uk com_fireboard en-us Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:48:58 +0100 http://www.incareactive.co.uk/components/com_fireboard/template/default/images/english/emoticons/fb_rsspower.gif http://www.incareactive.co.uk 88 http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=9&catid=5 I have also worked in homes where they have double rooms for couples but over the years they have all been turned into single rooms. I think this is due to the very different care needs that may develop between the couples. One of them may need to be hoisted or more personal care provided and in these instances the couple may decide that seperate rooms are more suitable in order to maintian dignity and self esteem.... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=8&catid=5 Hi i work in a care home a nothing happenss to the residants they are well look after... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=7&catid=5 hi i work in acare home nothing bad happens all service users are treated well... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=6&catid=5 I work in a residential hom and we have had several married couples stay with us. Some had double rooms and others due to illness had seperate rooms. So I dont think its a case of not being allowed but more to do with the homes policy... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=5&catid=5 Hi Purplepaws. I understand your problem - it is never easy passing the duty of daily care to someone else - especially people you don't know well. However, as with any human being, there will usually be tell-tale signs that your mother is not happy. Is she losing weight, does she seem lethargic or does she seem quite happy to see you, quite upbeat? Neglect often has other tell-tale signs, such an increased incidents of injury, although you must be careful to take into account any conditions your mother... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=4&catid=5 Don't want to sound paranoid, but I want to know if anyone has any experiences of finding out what things are like when relatives go. I'm having nightmares since putting my mum in a home that they are ignoring her when I leave. She says she's ok, but she's not one to make a fuss. I'm almost at the point of taking her back out, even though it wouldn't be good for either her or my family. Please help!... http://www.incareactive.co.uk/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=89&func=view&id=3&catid=5 Why are couples not allowed to stay in nursing homes...