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.
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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.
Expert: Why your garden needs an 'untidy' corner
Garden expert David Denyer explains why a perfectly tidy garden harms wildlife. Discover how to prepare your garden for winter while protecting hedgehogs, bees, and birds.
Winter Garden Shed Tips: Protect Tools from Damage
Garden shed expert Sam Jenkinson reveals four essential steps to protect your tools from rust and damage this winter. Learn how to clean, store, and organise to save money.
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.
English Ivy Crisis: Expert Reveals Save-Your-Plant Guide
Britain's beloved English ivy is facing an unprecedented die-off. Discover the hidden causes and expert solutions to save your garden's iconic greenery before it's too late.
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.
Expert Hydrangea Care Guide for UK Gardens
Discover expert gardening secrets for growing magnificent hydrangeas in your British garden. From soil secrets to perfect pruning, learn how to achieve spectacular flowers year after year.
Cosy Garden Bonfire Night Ideas
Discover how to create the perfect Bonfire Night celebration in your own garden with fire pits, fairy lights and warming treats. Our guide shows you how to host a memorable, family-friendly gathering.
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.
Simple trick to transform your garden into wildlife haven
Discover how a small change to your garden maintenance routine can dramatically boost biodiversity and create a thriving ecosystem right outside your door.
Wild Tulips for Stunning Spring Meadows
Discover how wild tulips can revolutionise your garden this spring. Expert tips for creating natural-looking displays that bloom year after year.
3 Spring Gardening Jobs for Spectacular Summer Blooms
Discover the three crucial gardening tasks to complete this April that will transform your outdoor space into a blooming paradise all summer long. Expert tips for UK gardeners.
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.
Berry Plants: Create a Winter Bird Haven in Your Garden
Discover how planting berry-rich shrubs can create a vibrant winter sanctuary for British birds while adding stunning colour to your garden during the coldest months.
Alan Titchmarsh's July Gardening Essentials
Gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh reveals his crucial July gardening jobs that will transform your outdoor space into a blooming paradise this summer.
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.
Create a Wildlife-Friendly Low-Maintenance Garden
Discover expert tips for designing a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that supports local wildlife while saving you time and effort. Perfect for UK gardeners seeking sustainable solutions.
Toxic UK immigration debate driving away care workers
Britain's hostile political debate on immigration is causing a dangerous exodus of overseas care staff, putting the entire social care system at risk of collapse.
Australia's Aged Care Overhaul Cuts Waiting Lists
Australia's aged care sector undergoes transformative changes as new government reforms dramatically reduce waiting times while grappling with soaring demand from an ageing population.
Tomorrow I Leave: The heartbreaking cost of care work
This poignant film exposes the emotional toll on care workers sacrificing their personal lives, offering a raw portrayal of Britain's undervalued care sector.
Australia's Aged Care Crisis: Human Cost Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating human impact of Australia's failing aged care system, with Greens Senator Penny Allman-Payne demanding urgent government action.
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