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The Care Podcast
The Care Podcast is here to help you make sense of care, with honest conversations, expert advice, and real support for every stage of the care journey.
Whether you're supporting a loved one, planning ahead for yourself, or working in the care sector, this podcast offers clear, compassionate guidance to help you feel more confident and better informed.
Hosted by the team at Unique Senior Care, a CQC Outstanding-rated home care provider based in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, the podcast…
Episodes
The Care PodcastElderly Parent Refusing Care? How to Approach the Conversation
What can you do when an elderly parent refuses care or doesn't want help at home? Talking to Mum or Dad about accepting support can be difficult, especially…
The Care PodcastIs Home Care Safe? Common Worries About Arranging Care
Is home care safe for elderly parents? When you're inviting a caregiver into Mum or Dad's home, it's natural to have questions about safety, background checks…
The Care PodcastWhy Having the Same Carers Matters
Why is continuity of care important in home care? Having the same familiar carers can help an elderly parent feel more comfortable, build trust and maintain…
The Care PodcastWhat Happens When Home Care Starts?
What happens when home care starts, and how can you help an elderly parent feel comfortable accepting support? Introducing a caregiver into someone's home can…
The Care PodcastHow to Know if Your Elderly Parent Needs More Help at Home
How do you know if an elderly parent needs more help at home? Changes in eating, medication, personal care, toileting or confusion can sometimes be signs that…
The Care PodcastLive-In Care Misconceptions: What Can a Live-In Carer Actually Do?
What can a live-in carer actually do, and can live-in care support someone with more complex health needs at home? In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo…
The Care PodcastHow Live-In Care Can Help Rebuild Independence and Daily Routine
How can live-in care help someone regain their independence, confidence and daily routine? In this episode of The Care Podcast, we explore how person-centred…
The Care PodcastWhat Does a Live-In Carer Actually Do All Day?
What does a live-in carer actually do all day? Are they with you 24 hours a day, and do you have to change your routine once someone moves into your home? In…
The Care PodcastLasting Power of Attorney & Care: When Can Family Make Decisions?
When can someone with a Lasting Power of Attorney make care decisions for a parent or loved one? And if someone is receiving care at home, how much information…
The Care PodcastWhat Is Live-In Care Really Like? Privacy, Independence & Your Home
What is live-in care really like, and does having a carer living with you mean giving up your privacy or independence? For many people considering live-in…
The Care PodcastHow Do You Know When an Elderly Parent Needs Care? Signs to Look For
How do you know when an elderly parent needs care? Often, the first signs are small: an untidy home, washing up beginning to pile up, changes in personal…
The Care PodcastIs a Care Home Really the Only Option?
Many families reach a point where they believe a care home is the only option for an ageing parent or loved one. But is it? In this episode of The Care…
The Care PodcastHow Do You Choose the Right Home Care Provider?
Choosing a home care provider can feel overwhelming. Every care company promises compassionate, high-quality support, but how do you know which questions…
The Care PodcastNervous About Having Carers in Your Home? What to Expect
Nervous about having carers in your home? You're not alone. In this episode of The Care Podcast, Stacey, Client Services Manager at Unique Senior Care…
The Care PodcastWhat Is Home Care? Visiting Care, Live-in Care & Respite Care Explained
If you've started looking into care for a loved one, you've probably come across terms like visiting care, live-in care, respite care and companionship care…
The Care PodcastWhy Families Delay Asking for Home Care
Many families wait until they're in crisis before reaching out for home care. In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo Cleary is joined by Stacey, Client…
The Care PodcastWhen is it time to stop driving?
When is it time to stop driving? Road safety experts from Warwickshire County Council explain how older drivers can stay safe, recognise when changes may be…
The Care PodcastThe Secret to Finding the Right Carer for an Elderly Parent
Finding the right carer for an elderly parent or loved one can be one of the most important decisions a family makes. In this episode of the Care Podcast, Jo…
The Care PodcastWhat Makes Someone Feel Comfortable When Help Comes Into Their Home?
When someone begins receiving care at home, feeling comfortable, respected and understood can make all the difference. In this episode of The Care Podcast…
The Care PodcastListening vs Fixing: What People Actually Need When They're Struggling
In this episode of The Care Podcast, Lucy, Director of People at Unique Senior Care, explores why listening is often more powerful than trying to solve…
The Care PodcastWhy Familiar Faces Matter When Needs Are Changing
When care needs begin to change, seeing the same familiar faces can make a huge difference. In this episode of the Care Podcast, Joe Cleary is joined by Lucy…
The Care PodcastWhat Helps Someone Feel Safe with Home Care?
Accepting help at home can feel overwhelming at first, especially for someone who values their independence and privacy. In this video, Lucy, Director of…
The Care PodcastWhat to Do When Care Needs Change Suddenly | Preparing for the Unexpected
In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo speaks with Helena Hitchcox, Director of Operations at Unique Senior Care, about how sudden changes in a loved one’s…
The Care PodcastWhy You Can’t Switch Off When Caring for a Loved One (And What Helps)
Why You Can’t Switch Off When Caring for a Loved One (And What Helps) In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo speaks with Helena Hitchcox, Director of…
The Care PodcastWhen Something Feels Off: Trust Your Instincts Without Jumping to Conclusions
In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo speaks with Helena Hitchcox, Director of Operations at Unique Senior Care, about what to do when something doesn’t feel…
The Care PodcastHow to Cope with the Worry of Caring for an Ageing Parent | The Care Podcast
In this episode of The Care Podcast, Jo is joined by Helena Hitchcock, Director of Operations at Unique Senior Care. With over 40 years of experience, Helena…
The Care PodcastHow to Make a Loved One’s Home Safer Without Making It Feel Clinical | The Care Podcast
In this episode of the Care Podcast by Unique Senior Care, we talk about how families can make practical safety changes in a loved one’s home without it…
The Care PodcastWhat Makes a Great Carer? Insights from Skills for Care
What Makes a Great Carer? Insights from Skills for Care. In this episode of the Care Podcast, brought to you by Unique Senior Care, we’re joined by Rachel Shaw…
The Care PodcastThinking of Caring for a Parent Yourself? What Families Often Underestimate
Thinking of caring for a parent yourself? In this episode we explore what families often underestimate when they try to manage care alone. Jo Cleary is joined…
The Care PodcastWhen Is the Right Time to Start Home Care? Why Families Often Wait Too Long
When is the right time to arrange home care for a loved one? In this episode we explore why many families delay starting care, and why waiting until a crisis…
The Care PodcastQuestions to Ask Before Arranging Home Care | What Families Wish They Knew Earlier
Starting home care and unsure what questions to ask first? In this episode, we explore the things many families wish they had understood earlier when arranging…
The Care PodcastHow to Tell If Home Care Is Working | What Good Care Should Feel Like
How do you know if home care is working well? In this episode, we explore the practical and emotional signs that care is more than just tasks — it’s…
The Care PodcastWhy Choosing Care Feels So Hard | Coping With Guilt When Arranging Care for a Loved One
In this episode of the Care Podcast, Phil, Founder and Director of Unique Senior Care, shares his personal experience of arranging care for his mum. We talk…
The Care PodcastLife With Epilepsy After a Life-Changing Seizure-Related Accident | Angharad & Jo
Life With Epilepsy After a Life-Changing Seizure-Related Accident In this episode of The Care Podcast, Angharad and her mum, Jo, talk openly about what life…
The Care PodcastMaking Legal Care Planning More Human | Carrie & Sianead, The Right Legal Group
In this episode of the Care Podcast, we’re joined by Carrie Caladine and Sianead O’Connor, specialists in later life planning from The Right Legal Group — a…
The Care PodcastWhy Preventative Health Matters | Dominique Kent, Bluecrest Wellness
In this episode of the Care Podcast by Unique Senior Care, we speak with Dominique Kent, CEO of Bluecrest Wellness and a highly respected figure in the UK care…
The Care PodcastAccessing Dementia Support After a Diagnosis | Sarah Cooper, Dementia UK
In this episode of the Care Podcast, we’re joined by Sarah Cooper, an Admiral Nurse and Deputy Clinical Lead for Dementia UK’s National Clinics Programme…
The Care PodcastHow to Tell if a Care Provider Is Up to Standard | Dr Jane Townson OBE, Homecare Association
In this episode of the Care Podcast, we're joined by Dr Jane Townson OBE, CEO of the Homecare Association, to explore one of the most important questions…
The Care PodcastWhat I Wish I Knew Before Arranging Care for a Loved One | Gary Strong, Paramedic & Educator
In this episode of the Care Podcast by Unique Senior Care, we speak with Gary Strong — a highly experienced paramedic and educator — who also knows first-hand…