The AskBart journal
Advice, guides & stories for families. – page 8
Clear, jargon-free guidance on choosing care, funding it and supporting someone you love — written by our independent care experts.
How Much Does A Carer Cost - The Ultimate Guide In 2025!
Understand the costs of home care in the UK and find out how to manage expenses effectively. Get the latest insights on care funding options.
What Happened to the £86,000 Care Cap? (2026 Update)
The £86,000 cap on care costs in England was cancelled in July 2024. What was planned, what happened, and the rules that apply now.
Supporting Families Through the Care Home Transition: What Clinicians Need to Know
How to Talk to a Parent About Moving into a Care Home (2026)
How to open the conversation about care gently, handle the pushback, and keep your parent at the centre of the decision.
Coping with Guilt When a Parent Moves into a Care Home
Nearly every family feels guilty when a parent moves into a care home, even when it's the right decision. Here's why that happens, and how to carry it more lightly.
When an Elderly Parent Refuses Care — or Won't Move
When a parent refuses help or won't leave home, the law, their dignity and your worry all pull in different directions. Here's how to move forward without a fight you can't win.
Managing Family Disagreements About a Parent's Care
Why siblings clash over a parent's care, how to defuse the common flashpoints, and how to reach a decision everyone — including your parent — can live with.
Carer Burnout: Signs, and How to Look After Yourself
Burnout builds quietly in unpaid carers. Here's how to spot it early, the support and breaks you're entitled to, and how to know when it's time for more help.
Caring for Elderly Parents from a Distance
Living far from an ageing parent brings its own worry. Here's how to build a reliable local network, use technology sensibly, and know when distance care isn't enough.
11 Ways to Get Grandchildren Interested in Hobbies
Discover effective strategies to ignite your grandchildren's passion for hobbies and deepen your family connections—uncover the transformative methods inside!
10 Icebreakers for Family Gatherings: Get Everyone Talking in Minutes!
Get ready to transform your family gathering with these 10 engaging icebreakers that will spark laughter and connection—discover the fun inside!
