Care Quality Commission (CQC)
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of health and social care services in England.Their main job is to make sure that these services provide people with safe,…
Just ‘B’ Bereavement Support Harrogate
Just ‘B’ is a specialist bereavement support and emotional wellbeing service helping children, young people and adults across the communities of North Yorkshire, as well as offering specialist support regionally…
Bradford Bereavement Support
Bradford Bereavement Support is a free confidential service that offers bereavement counselling and support groups for individuals aged 16 and over who live in the Bradford district. It was established in…
Dementia Forward
Dementia Forward is the leading dementia charity for York and North Yorkshire. We provide support, advice and information to anybody affected by dementia across the county, and have developed a…
Article – What is Power of Attorney
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7rvZV9QJrc Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you (the "donor") to appoint one or more people (the "attorneys") to make decisions on your behalf. This can…
Article – What is a Stroke?
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or severely reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients.…
Article – What is Aphasia?
Aphasia is a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate. It occurs when areas of the brain responsible for language – typically in the left hemisphere – are…
Article – What is Dementia?
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect the brain, primarily impacting cognitive abilities. It's not a single disease itself, but rather a syndrome…
Article -What Happens After Death?: A Step by step guide
Losing a loved one is a deeply emotional experience and dealing with the practicalities that follow can feel overwhelming. This short guide outlines some of the key steps following a…
What To Expect When Dying
https://youtu.be/CruBRZh8qucAt Spellman Care, we are committed to providing holistic care and support, not only to our residents but also to you, their loved ones. We understand that there may be…