The AskBart journal
Advice, guides & stories for families. – page 16
Clear, jargon-free guidance on choosing care, funding it and supporting someone you love — written by our independent care experts.
Moving Into a Care Home: A Checklist (2026)
What to sort out before moving day, what to pack, and how to help someone settle into a care home — a practical, step-by-step checklist.
What Is Respite Care? Benefits and How to Arrange It (2026)
Respite care gives carers a genuine break and can help someone recover after hospital — here's how it works, what it costs, and how to arrange it.
Settling Into a Care Home: How to Help (2026)
The first weeks in a care home are an adjustment for everyone. Here's what genuinely helps, what to avoid, and how to tell normal settling-in from a problem worth raising.
Palliative and End-of-Life Care in a Care Home (2026)
What good palliative and end-of-life care in a care home looks like, who provides it, how it's funded, and how families can be involved and supported.
Life in a Care Home: What to Expect (2026)
What daily life in a care home is really like — routines, food, activities and staying connected with family.
Care Home Food and Nutrition: What to Expect (2026)
Food and hydration are central to health in a care home. Here's what good practice looks like, and the questions to ask before you choose.
Activities in a Care Home: What to Expect (2026)
Meaningful activity is one of the clearest signs of a care home where people live well, not just exist. Here's what to look for and how to judge it.
How to Prepare a Home for Hospice - An Expert Guide In 2025!
Most end-of-life care in the UK happens at home. Here's how to prepare the space, arrange equipment, and get the right support in place.
How Long Does the Average Hospice Patient Live? An Expert Guide In 2025!
What Are The 3 Stages Of Dying - An Expert Guide In 2025!
Activity Coordinator: Transforming Care Home Life with Engaging Activities and Heartfelt Connections
Learn about the role of a Care Home Activity Coordinator, including key responsibilities, skills needed, and how they enhance residents' well-being.
What Do Carers Do in a Care Home? An Expert Guide In 2025
Learn what carers do in a care home, including their key responsibilities, daily tasks, and the essential role they play in residents' well-being.