Funding Care: How Direct Payments Can Help You Access Flexible Support 💡
Peter Smith Peter Smith

Funding Care: How Direct Payments Can Help You Access Flexible Support 💡

Arranging care for yourself or a loved one can feel complicated, especially when it comes to funding. Direct Payments from Local Authorities provide a flexible solution, giving you control over how care is organised and delivered.

At ENA Care Group, we help both existing clients and those exploring care options to access Direct Payment funding. Whether you need live-in care, hourly home care, or support after hospital discharge, we guide you through the process and ensure your care is tailored to your needs.

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Is January the Right Time to Arrange Care for a Loved One? 
Peter Smith Peter Smith

Is January the Right Time to Arrange Care for a Loved One? 

January often brings a quieter moment of reflection. After the busyness of Christmas, many families find themselves pausing and asking questions they may have pushed aside during the festive period. One of the most common is whether a loved one might now need a little more support at home.

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Live-In Care vs. Hourly Care: Which One Should You Choose?
Peter Smith Peter Smith

Live-In Care vs. Hourly Care: Which One Should You Choose?

Choosing care for yourself or a loved one is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’re exploring support for the first time or reassessing current arrangements, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what type of care is best.

At ENA Care Group, we speak with families every day who feel exactly the same way—so we’ve put together this simple, friendly guide to help you understand the difference between live-in care and hourly care, and to hopefully make your decision a little easier.

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Supporting Others as We Mark the End of Grief Awareness Week
Peter Smith Peter Smith

Supporting Others as We Mark the End of Grief Awareness Week

As Grief Awareness Week comes to a close, it reminds us that grief has no timeline and that support is often needed long after the initial loss. At ENA Care Group, we understand how deeply bereavement impacts individuals and families — and how compassionate, person-centred care can make a meaningful difference.

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Keeping People with Dementia Safe Over Christmas: Practical Tips for a Calm, Joyful Season
Peter Smith Peter Smith

Keeping People with Dementia Safe Over Christmas: Practical Tips for a Calm, Joyful Season

Christmas is a wonderful time of year—filled with family, familiar traditions, and cosy moments. But for people living with dementia, the festive season can also bring challenges: busier homes, unusual routines, loud gatherings, flashing lights, and general overstimulation.

At ENA Care Group, our highly trained live-in carers support people with dementia every day to stay safe, comfortable, and calm—especially during busy periods like Christmas. With a little planning, the holidays can still be meaningful, enjoyable, and reassuring for everyone involved.

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