Care advice

The world of care can often seem daunting and complex. We’re here to help you through it.

Expert guidance from people who care

We have confidently and sensitively been helping families find the best care solutions for their loved ones since 1987. Over the years, we have built a wealth of knowledge and expert advice on all things care-related, as well as the challenges families face, to help you navigate the world of care with confidence.

Paying for care

Our guide on paying for care will help break down the different care funding options available to you. 

Power of Attorney

Our guide explains the different types and benefits of a Power of Attorney, as well as the steps you need to take to set it up. 

Free, no-obligation care advice and signposting

Our care teams are expertly trained to answer all your care-related questions with absolutely no obligation to use our services.  If we cannot help you, we will be able to refer you to someone who can.

Christies Care Training Administrator, Tanya Howard

Helpful articles

Explore our must-read articles for useful advice, tips and solutions on aspects of ageing and elderly care to give you clarity, confidence and essential information to help look after yourself or your loved one.

Digital silhouette of a man with his brain and neural pathways highlighted

Stroke action awareness

A stroke is a serious condition that can affect a person of any age, in which the blood supply to a part of the brain is cut…

Dying Matters Awareness Week 2022

Palliative care at home, can be a difficult conversation to broach with a loved one. And that’s why this month…

Care at home means pets are welcome

Having care at home allows people to keep their much-loved pets by their side when they need them most…

Living well
with pain

Millions of people live with persistent or chronic pain and the effects of this can be all-consuming, having a huge impact…

Loneliness in older people

Growing old presents many challenges that we might not consider during our younger years, loneliness in older…

Homecarer assists her client in performing movement exercises with a resistance band

Exercise for
older people

As we age our bodies inevitably begin to show signs of wear and tear, muscle loss and joint stiffness cause us to slow…