Edith Brooking suffered the stress of moving care homes twice. Here, her daughter Rosemary Hurtley explains her story to Robert Mair.

The effects of music are often neglected in care homes, but it can play an important part in daily life and make a real difference to residents’ lives. Dan Parton reports.

The downturn in the housing market is causing problems for those who need to sell their house to pay for care. Dan Parton reports.

For Ian Maclachlan, moving into a care home has given him a new lease of life. Dan Parton reports.

Caring for a loved one can be tough, but moving on after they’ve gone into residential care can be just as hard. Dan Parton reports.

When a loved one needs residential or nursing care, several factors have to be considered to ensure the right home is found for them. By Dan Parton.

While many residents in care homes are happy and well-treated, some are not and need to shout about it. Dan Parton reports.

For some people moving into a care home can lead to a painful split from the family pet. But animals can still play a vital role in the therapy of many older people once they’re in a care home. Robert Mair reports.