Mum found dead with daughter feared social services
A coroner hears Martina Karos, found dead with her 8-year-old disabled daughter in Salford, was depressed and feared her child would be taken. Read the full inquest details.
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£50m boost for home adaptations as care reforms delayed
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock announces extra £50m for Disabled Facilities Grant in 2025-26, supporting home adaptations. Government vows action despite Baroness Casey's care commission not reporting until 2028.
£50m boost for home adaptations as care reforms awaited
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock announces a £50m funding increase for the Disabled Facilities Grant, supporting home adaptations for thousands while a major care commission continues its work. Discover the government's plans.
GP's Christmas Dementia Care Advice for UK Families
An NHS GP urges families to reassess dementia care over Christmas, highlighting key signs that specialist support may be needed. Plan for safety and dignity.
Mother jailed for locking disabled child in hot car
A mother has been sentenced to 40 years for locking her disabled daughter in a sweltering car. Discover the shocking details of this child abuse case.
Disabled girl's £4,000 wheelchair stolen before Christmas
A six-year-old girl with spina bifida is left immobile after thieves steal her £4,000 specialist wheelchair from a car in Leicestershire. Police appeal for its return.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
Blue Badge Renewal Warning for Disabled Drivers
Urgent reminder for 2.84 million Blue Badge holders: Permits expire after 3 years. Failure to renew risks a £1,000 fine. Apply now to avoid penalties.
Blue Badge Holders Face Fines in 11 UK Parking Spots
Over 3.2 million Blue Badge holders in Great Britain risk fines for parking in 11 restricted areas. Learn the rules to avoid penalties and park safely.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Disabled man died naked in cell with spit hood
A coronial inquest has heard shocking details of a disabled Northern Territory man's death while naked, handcuffed and wearing a spit hood in a Darwin police cell, raising serious questions about custodial care practices.
Blue Badge Parking: Your Complete Free Parking Guide
Essential guide reveals where Blue Badge holders can park without charge, including supermarket policies and city-specific exemptions you need to know.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Flourishing at 50: Revolutionary Aged Care Success
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
Care home wheelchair users perish in boat tragedy
Exclusive court testimony reveals how disabled care home residents, including several in wheelchairs, met their tragic fate during a catastrophic boat excursion that turned deadly on the water.
Daughter's rare condition breaks hearts daily
Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a family coping with their daughter's rare Cri Du Chat syndrome, revealing the daily challenges and emotional toll of caring for a child with complex needs.
Man sleeps in wheelchair for 18 months in mouldy flat
A disabled grandfather reveals his heartbreaking ordeal of sleeping upright in his wheelchair for over a year due to mould-infested council accommodation deemed unsafe by authorities.
Lydia Bright: Foster care system is broken
Former TOWIE star Lydia Bright opens up about her personal experience in foster care and calls for urgent reform to support vulnerable children across the UK.
Motability scheme faces cuts in Labour budget
Rachel Reeves's debut budget targets Motability scheme supporting disabled drivers, sparking fears of reduced mobility and independence for thousands across the UK.
Blue Badge Warning: £1,000 Fines for Parking Error
Blue Badge holders across the UK are being warned about rule changes that could see them hit with hefty fines up to £1,000 for improper parking documentation.
Elderly sleep on mouse-infested mattresses in care homes
Disturbing investigation reveals elderly care home residents forced to sleep alongside mice nesting in mattresses as facilities face closure across the UK.
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