In anticipation of the amalgamation of health and social care services from next year, the Scottish Government is seeking the views of organisations and members of the public on the standards of care that people receive.
Raeside Chisholm Solicitors
A recent report has called on the Government to create a state-run “Equity Bank” to help elderly people on lower incomes generate extra income from their property.
A recent study from America has found that just under three-quarters (72%) of pre-retirees over the age of 50 say their ideal retirement will include working – often in new, more flexible and fulfilling ways.
Many organisations are recruiting older workers and even retired members of staff as a result of difficulties experienced world-wide in recruiting enough suitably qualified staff, a recent global study has found.
There has been a significant increase in the number of care at home services in Scotland achieving very good or excellent inspection grades in the past three years, according to the Care Inspectorate.