Wellbeing12 June 2026
Recognising the early signs of loneliness in an older parent
Loneliness can creep in quietly. Here are five gentle signs to look out for, and what to do next without making things awkward.
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Stories, advice and little kindness
Thoughts from our companions, families we work with, and partners in the wider care community.
Independent living28 May 2026
Five low-effort ways to stay active over a Scottish winter
From kitchen-table chair yoga to short loops around the local park. Small, regular movement makes a real difference.
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Families14 May 2026
How to talk to a loved one about accepting extra support
Bringing up the idea of a companion can feel difficult. A few small reframes that help the conversation land warmly.
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Getting started30 April 2026
What to expect from your first home consultation
We walk you through what happens on a first visit: who comes, what we ask, and how we agree on a plan together.
Read article →Choosing care16 June 2026
How to choose a companionship service in Scotland: a short checklist
Eleven questions to ask before booking anyone into a relative's home, covering PVG, insurance, matching, continuity and the small things that matter.
Read article →Choosing care8 June 2026
Companionship vs home care: what's the difference, and which do you need?
Both involve someone coming into the home, but the purpose, training and price are quite different. A plain-English guide for families weighing up the options.
Read article →Families1 June 2026
Respite for family carers in Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire and surrounding communities: where to start
If you are caring for a relative and running on empty, here are the practical respite options local to Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire and surrounding communities, in order of how quickly you can access them.
Read article →Phone companionship22 July 2026
Phone companionship: what a friendly weekly call really does for older adults
A short, regular phone call can lift mood, steady sleep and shrink the day's small worries. Here is what phone companionship is, who it suits, and how it works at Niamz.
Read article →Phone companionship22 July 2026
Who benefits most from phone companionship? Five real-life scenarios
From a widowed dad who won't have a visitor in the house, to a daughter three hundred miles away, here are the situations where a regular phone call quietly changes the week.
Read article →Wellbeing30 July 2026
Ten ways to have an easier conversation with someone living with dementia
Small changes to how you talk, listen and sit can turn a tense visit into a warm one. Practical tips our companions use every week.
Read article →Choosing care1 August 2026
Help paying for support in Scotland: benefits and funding families often miss
Attendance Allowance, Pension Age Disability Payment, Carer Support Payment, council contributions and Council Tax reductions, explained in plain English.
Read article →Independent living5 August 2026
Preventing falls at home: a room-by-room check that takes one afternoon
Most falls happen in familiar rooms, doing familiar things. Here is the walkthrough we use with families, room by room, with the fixes that matter most.
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