“Dermatitis is not just a minor irritation. It can lead to skin breakdown, infections, and real pain if we don’t act early.” Did you know that skin problems are extremely common among people living with urinary incontinence? We spoke with Dr Claudio Pedone, geriatrician at the Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio‑Medico in Rome, to understand…
The journey of an informal carer is one of profound love, unwavering commitment, and often, unexpected transformation. You step into this role, sometimes gradually, sometimes overnight, propelled by necessity and affection for a loved one. Initially, it might feel like a temporary phase, an extension of your existing relationships. But…
Being an informal carer is a profound commitment. Countless individuals dedicate themselves to supporting family members or friends living with illness, disability, or advancing age. It’s a role brimming with love, often requiring immense personal sacrifice, and can feel like an unending marathon rather than a sprint. In the daily…
Grace Cares, in collaboration with Ontex Global, has released a powerful new white paper highlighting the urgent need to support the UK’s millions of Unpaid Caregivers. This group is too often overlooked in policy, services, and public understanding. Titled “Caring by Love, not by Pay: Stories and Solutions from Unpaid…
What If You’re the One Falling Apart?
- 08/12/2025
A guide for caregivers who are secretly not okay You hold it together for everyone else. You make the doctor’s appointments, administer the meds, calm the anger, manage the fear. You’re the rock, the glue, the lifeline. But… what if you are the one falling apart? What if you’re barely holding on,…