Friday 31 August 2018

If you own your own home you don't need to sell it to pay for your #care costs. Why not rent it out? Our guide explains how you could do this and keep an asset to pass on. https://t.co/2wm0F9KTgs


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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A long term care #annuity is a way to use your savings through an insurance company to pay for your care. Our guide explains what they are and how to buy one. https://t.co/jRn8BuKQG6


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Do you work for an organisation that offers #Care support in anyway. If so, get added to our directory for FREE. More information here. https://t.co/YIvGK9JuLF


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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A Power of Attorney for Health & Welfare enables a nominated family member or friend to make decisions on your behalf regarding your day-to-day care and wellbeing. Read more here. https://t.co/RC45ZFPyul


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Inheritance Tax is a tax placed upon money and property that is gifted or inherited. However, there are steps you can take to avoid it. Read our top tips! https://t.co/A0gi0tIVUV


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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Home Care is a cheaper alternative to a care home. Use our calculator to see what it will cost in your area. Plus we have answered the top 14 financial questions you should ask when working out your costs and how to pay them. Be prepared! https://t.co/ucCPjAQ7cS


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A really interesting blog from @YoTelecomUk on 5 ways that 21st century phones and wifi systems can be used to help care homes succeed. A mist read for all care home owners. https://t.co/1imQgXT6dB


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Pls RT. A summary of the day's main UK care news from leading news sources all in one place - https://t.co/17vm3DE0lj


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Thursday 30 August 2018

If you are fortunate enough to have sizeable investments then you can use the income from that to pay for your care fees. Read our guide as to how you would do that. https://t.co/8jm4J6ljFh


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The cost of care homes is becoming more expensive. We've produced a calculator to help you work out the costs which can easily be over £100k. Plus we've answered the 12 important financial questions you should consider when moving in to a care home. https://t.co/azJx5sWUkN


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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As you get older, the costs of care for you or a loved one can become daunting. However, did you know that the NHS sometimes has the responsibility to meet some or all of these care costs? Our guide explains it all. https://t.co/sDlsesvoUN


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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Ever wondered about WHY you should speak to a financial advisor before going in to care? Read our guide that explains what they do to help you. https://t.co/i4jZF2R3yM


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Are you thinking about setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney for you or a loved one? If so, our directory has specialists that can help you in your area. https://t.co/vcrbcIw5Ui


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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You need a Will doing but not sure how you choose a Will writing service. Our guide explains what you need to do to set a Will up. https://t.co/xke33OyqD3


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Pls RT. A summary of the day's main UK care news from leading news sources all in one place - https://t.co/gNRzyPyKsy


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Wednesday 29 August 2018

Deferred payment schemes are offered by local authorities to help those without immediate access to care home funding to pay for their own care. Our guide explains how they work. https://t.co/dBg1rxf3py


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A Home Reversion Plan is suited to individuals over 65 looking for a method to help them pay for home care or live in care. Our guide explains what it is and if it might or might not be right for you. https://t.co/32RElAT552


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Avoiding care fees by giving away your assets is not something you can do. However, there are steps, through early planning, you can take to mitigate your future costs. Read our article that sets out the things to consider. https://t.co/bU5ycSIYV5


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A Protective Property Trust is increasingly used to protect your assets and allow them to be passed on to your children. We share our top tips on what you need to think about and how to set one up. https://t.co/ef2oaubl3G


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Making a will is one of the most important things that you can do. Each year, 1 in 3 people die without having a written will in place. Read our guide on how to make a Will. https://t.co/4UjZtC2kKp


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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When someone dies the person dealing with the affairs often applies for #Probate. This is a confusing issue for many people, particularly as they've never had to do it before. Therefore, we've produced a guide to help make things easier to understand. https://t.co/60U0TMf7Bx


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Tuesday 28 August 2018

When someone is living with dementia, day to day tasks can get difficult. That's why we see #dementia clocks as a very useful product to have. You can read our top tips on buying the right type of clock here. https://t.co/87Gp2ecKyw


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Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document which allows someone to make decisions on a person's behalf should they lack mental capacity at any time. Read more here and see why it's something that you should not delay. https://t.co/gB6IfBaAAC


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Making life easier for yourself as you get older is really important. That's why we have seen an increase in the use of electric recliner chairs. Read our guide which gives you loads of useful tips on buying one. https://t.co/HSNEAzXqtW


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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Ever wondered how equity release works and how it can be used to pay for your care costs, whilst allowing you to keep your house? Our guide explains it all. https://t.co/7JCN5wzwrK


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Are you considering a career in #care? If so, here is a fantastic blog from #Bupa where they provide you with some fantastic tips and advice on preparing for the interview through to what to do when you get a job offer :) - @BupaUkCareers - https://t.co/TyClIFfj8D


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Live in Care is increasingly becoming a viable alternative to going in to a care home. Our article explains what it is, who it is for, what it costs and its advantages. https://t.co/d7gpeUAiyn


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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A 'Lifetime Mortgage' is the most popular type of equity release scheme for those looking to pay for home care or live in care, as it's the most flexible and versatile option. Read our guide that explains what it is and how it works. https://t.co/oTIqpUD8vi


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Monday 27 August 2018

If you are looking at buying a power chair then please read the guide that we have produced to help you choose the right one. Its so important that you make a good decision up front. https://t.co/fdc5dwt9fz


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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Care Costs can easily be in excess of £100K. Therefore, you should speak to a financial advisor to work out the best way to pay. Use our directory to find one in your area. https://t.co/3BJyGVqBUV


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Riser recliner chairs are one thing that can help make your life easier as you get older. Read our guide that explains what they are and also see our top tips on buying one. https://t.co/d7Je0ZZpma


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A Drawdown Mortgage is a type of equity release scheme, offering greater flexibility and freedom compared with traditional plans. Very popular way to pay for your care costs. Our guide explains what you need to know. https://t.co/VUnuZXyzzA


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A blog on how to future proof your toilet to make life easier as you get older. An informative read from @closomatuk - https://t.co/TNVeGXMh1D


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Keeping fit and mentally active is so important to anyone living with #dementia. We have produced a detailed guide with loads of different tips and ideas as to how you can maintain your physical and mental health. An informative read. https://t.co/fPuBE7nR7S


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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It often surprises us how many people don't speak to a financial advisor before deciding how to pay for their care costs. Use our directory to find specialist care fees advisors in your area. https://t.co/3BJyGVqBUV


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Sunday 26 August 2018

Do you need some help in deciding what the best type of wheelchair is for you? We have produced a guide to help explain the different types and what you should look out for when choosing what to buy. https://t.co/GCItBywN4F


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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NHS Continued Care Funding is a nightmare to navigate. See if the NHS should pay for your care costs by speaking to a specialist. Here is a directory of people that can help. https://t.co/QAEINjgoWc


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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A Protective Property Trust is increasingly used to protect your assets and allow them to be passed on to your children. We share our top tips on what you need to think about and how to set one up. https://t.co/ef2oausVVe


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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A Discretionary Trust Will can be used to minimise your tax liability on death. It allows you to leave all or part of your estate to a trust, which is created in your Will. A worthwhile read if you want to protect your assets. https://t.co/wfyc4Nf8v2


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Elderly care is changing and Live in Care is now more popular than ever. Read our guide on what these changes will mean if you are looking at care. https://t.co/R0pewwkYis


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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Travel insurance for over 70s can be incredibly costly – and the price can often come as a shock. Our guide gives you LOADS of Top Tips on reducing the cost and saving yourself a lot of money! https://t.co/4NFXFm8Jq5


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Saturday 25 August 2018

The Court of Protection (COP) makes decisions on financial or welfare matters for people who cannot make decisions at the time they need to be made. Read our guide that explains a lot more. https://t.co/Vb9GvzTfXw


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An Interest in Possession Trust allows you to stay in your home whilst transferring the assets to a trust to protect them for your spouse & future generations. Read more about how they work here. https://t.co/SYfk0bKLj2


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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One of the most stressful areas when it comes to #care is working out how you will pay for it. Typically there are 6 ways you can pay. Our guide explains what they are. https://t.co/MBuPhYNC6r


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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With #funeral costs rising, more and more people are looking at putting in place pre-paid funeral plans. Read our guide on what they are and what you need to think about. https://t.co/L28NEyICz0


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A Living Will or 'advance decision' allows you to set out your wishes and refuse medical treatment in future. Read our guide that sets out what it involves and how to make one. https://t.co/Q5x72YKRsc


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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A Lasting Power of Attorney for Property & Financial Affairs enables your trusted person to manage your financial and property assets on your behalf when you can't do so yourself. Read more here. https://t.co/AVQLj0qe43


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Friday 24 August 2018

NHS continuing healthcare funds all assessed health and social care needs resulting from disability, accident or illness. If you meet the criteria, the NHS should meet the full cost of your care. Read more here. https://t.co/br2aPGcYQL


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Have you ever thought about becoming a care assistant? If so, read our guide that explains more about what the role involves and it it might be right for you. https://t.co/4Au0wuHWHR


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do as you get older as it helps you to avoid or reduce the amount of inheritance tax your family pays. Read more in our guide. https://t.co/56f81mYBnL


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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Do you or a loved one live with #dementia? If so, we've produced a 10K word article that shares 51 great tips to help with daily life. We cover topics from maintaining mental health, wellbeing & legal and financial affairs. A must read. https://t.co/sRyMuEzGuk


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A Living Will allows you to set out your wishes now, so that they can be followed in future if you are incapable of communicating or making a decision. Read more about this sensitive topic here. https://t.co/mJxdwryfxe


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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Are you thinking of using Equity Release to pay for your care costs? Well you should always take advice. Use our directory to find advisors in your area. https://t.co/d3bT8M0lwM


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A really interesting blog from @YoTelecomUk on 5 ways that 21st century phones and wifi systems can be used to help care homes succeed. A mist read for all care home owners. https://t.co/1imQgXT6dB


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Pls RT. A summary of the day's main UK care news from leading news sources all in one place - https://t.co/x9c3lnlQkA


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Thursday 23 August 2018

Equity release allows you to release money from your house, tax-free, and generate an income based on the value of your home. This can be used to pay your care costs. Read how here. https://t.co/z9GoHCJgS4


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Have you been thinking about getting a Will made up? If so, why wait and not do it straight away. Our directory has professionals that can help you in your local area. https://t.co/rls1v6eRGz


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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If you own your own home you don't need to sell it to pay for your #care costs. Why not rent it out? Our guide explains how you could do this and keep an asset to pass on. https://t.co/2wm0F9KTgs


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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A long term care #annuity is a way to use your savings through an insurance company to pay for your care. Our guide explains what they are and how to buy one. https://t.co/jRn8BuKQG6


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Do you work for an organisation that offers #Care support in anyway. If so, get added to our directory for FREE. More information here. https://t.co/YIvGK9JuLF


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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A Power of Attorney for Health & Welfare enables a nominated family member or friend to make decisions on your behalf regarding your day-to-day care and wellbeing. Read more here. https://t.co/RC45ZFPyul


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Wednesday 22 August 2018

Inheritance Tax is a tax placed upon money and property that is gifted or inherited. However, there are steps you can take to avoid it. Read our top tips! https://t.co/A0gi0tIVUV


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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Home Care is a cheaper alternative to a care home. Use our calculator to see what it will cost in your area. Plus we have answered the top 14 financial questions you should ask when working out your costs and how to pay them. Be prepared! https://t.co/ucCPjAyvOi


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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If you are fortunate enough to have sizeable investments then you can use the income from that to pay for your care fees. Read our guide as to how you would do that. https://t.co/8jm4J6ljFh


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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The cost of care homes is becoming more expensive. We've produced a calculator to help you work out the costs which can easily be over £100k. Plus we've answered the 12 important financial questions you should consider when moving in to a care home. https://t.co/azJx5sWUkN


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As you get older, the costs of care for you or a loved one can become daunting. However, did you know that the NHS sometimes has the responsibility to meet some or all of these care costs? Our guide explains it all. https://t.co/sDlsesvoUN


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If you are looking for a Home Care provider in the #Barnet, #Enfield, #London and #Winchmore Hill areas then we would recommend you having a look at @HCPreferred, who are able to provide well regarded care in these areas. You can call them on 02083643670.


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Are you looking to find a home care, residential care or live in care provider? If so, why don't you use our FREE CARE FINDER SERVICE. We've built a chat robot to help you. It's very different to what you may have seen below. Give it a go! https://t.co/AMxS8AIAEi


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Ever wondered about WHY you should speak to a financial advisor before going in to care? Read our guide that explains what they do to help you. https://t.co/i4jZF38Eqk


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Tuesday 21 August 2018

Are you thinking about setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney for you or a loved one? If so, our directory has specialists that can help you in your area. https://t.co/vcrbcIw5Ui


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Are you looking at #respite care for you or a loved one. If so, we have produced a comprehensive guide and answer the 23 questions you should ask yourself when considering this as a care option. https://t.co/xk5U6BSQI1


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You need a Will doing but not sure how you choose a Will writing service. Our guide explains what you need to do to set a Will up. https://t.co/xke33OyqD3


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Ever wondered how much cash you can take out of your house TAX-FREE> Try our Equity Release calculator and find out. You will be quite surprised! https://t.co/QTtss4qNlD


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Deferred payment schemes are offered by local authorities to help those without immediate access to care home funding to pay for their own care. Our guide explains how they work. https://t.co/dBg1rxf3py


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Pls RT. Here is today's #health and #care related news in the UK. https://t.co/pR1MpT3SCA


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A Home Reversion Plan is suited to individuals over 65 looking for a method to help them pay for home care or live in care. Our guide explains what it is and if it might or might not be right for you. https://t.co/32RElAT552


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Are you considering a career in #care? If so, here is a fantastic blog from #Bupa where they provide you with some fantastic tips and advice on preparing for the interview through to what to do when you get a job offer :) - @BupaUkCareers - https://t.co/TyClIEXHK3


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Considering A Career in Care

Considering A Career in Care

Wouldn’t it be nice to know what to expect during the recruitment process for a dream job in care? We can’t give you all the answers but Jess Lombard, Recruitment Advisor for Bupa Care Services is here to give you the inside scoop on the process and will even throw in a few useful hints and tips on what we’re looking for when it comes to hiring candidates.

The CV stage

Before I dive into the recruitment process we need to get back to basics…your CV.

90% of the time it is the first thing a recruiter will open in your application so it needs to highlight your skills straight off the bat.

Heres my top tips for writing a CV that we’ll love:

1. Make your personal statement stand out

This is the first thing we see on your CV so forgetting to amend outdated career objectives that are no longer relevant isn’t going to cut it. If you’re really serious about working in care then demonstrating this in the first few sentences by telling us why will really grab our attention.

We’re not asking you to write war and peace, but summarising your key skills and career aspirations will do the trick.

2. Ditch the paragraphs

Recruiters spend their days sifting through applications. If we have to pick apart lengthy paragraphs to understand what your actual duties were then key skills can get lost in a sea of words. By providing key concise bullet points under each previous job title shows us exactly what you’ve done and makes it impossible to miss those all-important transferable skills.

3. Be relevant

Not ensuring your CV is up to date is very poor practise. Recruiters may be well versed in reviewing CV’s but with the greatest will in the world we’re not mind readers. To get the best chance of securing the job you should have all your cards on the table. Start with your most recent position first and work backwards in chronological order…read ‘em and weep.

4. Check it out

‘He’s making a list and checking it twice’…okay I know it’s only July but there’s something to be said for old St Nick’s due diligence. Spelling mistakes are the quickest way to ensure your application loses credibility. If you’re declaring that you care and you’re dedicated then your CV needs to reflect that and don’t forget to proof read.

The cover letter

If your CV is the ‘what’ then the cover letter should be the ‘how’ and the ‘why’. How have you previously demonstrated the skills were looking for? Why are you right for this job? Why do you want to work with Bupa Care Services?

Let’s play a game of myth busters…

I’ve not worked in care before so there’s no point writing a cover letter

Wrong. We understand that you may not have the exact experience but we are looking for transferable skills that fit the job description. You can talk about volunteering, or personal experiences; it’s your time to show off! You obviously think you’d be good at the job otherwise you wouldn’t be applying so tell us why.

I can just use what I’ve written in my CV…

Wrong. No one likes a copy cat. Your cover letter is there to compliment your CV not to replicate it. We’ve learned about what you’ve done, but your personality is also important to the role… I know we’re a greedy bunch but we want you to really sell yourself and those amazing skills you’ve gained.

I need to write multiple pages…

Wrong. We want a glimpse of who you are but we don’t need your life story. Half a page to a full A4 page is what you should be aiming for.

Online application form

You’ve demonstrated what you’ve done, you’ve told us how you’ve done it and why you’d be good at the job…what more could we possibly want? Look, I get it, it’s a lot, but let me tell you why it’s important.

  1. You can provide additional information relevant to your job application e.g. shift patterns, pre-booked holidays
  2. If you ran out of space on your cover letter but still have more amazing things to tell us then this is your chance
  3. You can speed up the offer process by providing your references ahead of time
  4. We have to check you have the relevant working rights to apply for this job
  5. You get the VIP treatment we keep your information in our system so you get to hear first about any new opportunities within Bupa that match your skill set.

Phone screening

The next stage of the Bupa application is a phone screening. We really care about our homes and the people in them so safeguarding and compliance is key here. We need to qualify all those amazing things you’ve told us.

What to expect during the phone screening…

  1. You will be asked some safeguarding and compliance based questions
  2. We will discuss your salary requirements, availability and shift patterns
  3. You will be asked a handful of questions relating to the role you’ve applied for so think about why you want to work in care ahead of the call

It’s all about positive attitude. Acting like the call is inconvenient won’t paint you in a great light. We want people who have a genuine interest in working in care and at Bupa. If you’re not free to take the call just let us know and we can arrange a more suitable time.

The Interview 

You’ve passed the screening and now it’s time for the interview at your chosen care home with the home manager. You’ve impressed us and now it’s time to impress them. I know it’s easier said than done, but try not to be nervous. If we didn’t think you’d be great at interview you wouldn’t have got to this stage.

We’re here to help you throughout the process so you should expect a confirmation email with all the details you need, a call before your interview to check in and one after to get your feedback.

Here are my top tips for preparing for your interview…

  1. Know your CV – it’s no use writing all these amazing things if you can’t remember what you’ve written when asked.
  2.  Remember to CARE
  3. Communication – Make sure you speak clearly, with enthusiasm and let your personality shine through.
  4. Arrive early– make sure you check where you’re going beforehand, arrive with time to spare and definitely don’t be late!
  5. Revise – do some research about the home and about Bupa. Hint: All the information you need can be found at our website (include the appropriate link)
  6. Execution – Prepare your answers in advance. Why do you want to work in care? What skills do you have? What can you bring to the team? An unprepared interview is obvious and won’t help you get that all important offer.

The offer stage

Congratulations you made it!

We aim to make the transition from offer to start date as smooth as possible but we do need your help to make this happen.

What should you expect during the offer stage?

  1. You will be sent an official offer/welcome email
  2. You will receive a link for a DBS check (unless renewal service is applicable)
  3. You will need to supply your references that cover the past 3 years (if you haven’t already)
  4. Once your references have been received and your DBS completed you will be booked in on an induction course.

Once your induction is complete you are officially part of the Bupa team.

Pretty straight forward right? Why not test it out for yourself, if you’re passionate about a future in care, apply today at https://www.bupa.co.uk/care-services/care-homes-careers

Careers worth caring about.

Jessica Lombard – Bupa Care Services Recruitment Advisor

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