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PARKFIELD GRANGE – ANOTHER ‘JEWEL IN THE CROWN’ OF CINNAMON LUXURY CARE IS NOW OPEN
Imagine living in a place where your care needs are fully supported in luxurious yet homely surroundings. Just think how you could relax without the worry of the upkeep of a property and garden; where everything you need to live a comfortable and fulfilled life is under one roof with an incredible team of people on hand to deal with any worries or concerns.
That’s how it could be if you chose to make a move to Parkfield Grange Care Home now open in Stourbridge – the latest ‘jewel in the crown’ of Cinnamon Luxury Care which has retirement villages and care homes across the country and whose acclaimed portfolio is set to grow even further.
As well as stylish lounges and elegant dining rooms, each of the fully furnished bedrooms is beautifully appointed with walk-in shower; some rooms even benefit from their own personal terrace leading onto the delightful terraced gardens. For couples or residents looking for more space, there is a small selection of care suites available featuring an en-suite bedroom and separate lounge with a compact kitchenette.
For residents seeking companionship, the café bar complete with baby grand piano, is a place where they can meet with friends to enjoy a meal, a coffee or maybe a glass of something stronger! Those wanting to keep active will appreciate the Activities Room and the Cinema which will host plenty of stimulating pastimes from arts and crafts to films and quizzes – all shaped around the interests and hobbies of the people who live at Parkfield Grange. The dementia community celebrates the uniqueness of every person that lives there. The innovative environment offers themed areas which will inspire memories and conversation but there are plenty of quiet places designed for peaceful reflection and a soothing cup of tea!
Parkfield Grange offers both residential and dementia care but a short respite stay may be the opportunity for families to take a wellearned break from the responsibility of caring for a loved one.
OPEN HOUSE
Parkfield Grange is hosting an Open House on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th September when visitors will have the opportunity to view this unique care home. Due to current circumstances, all visits must be booked prior to the day but if you are unable to make these dates or require further information, then please contact Jenny on 01384 466814 or visit www. cinnamoncc.com/parkfield
CARING FOR YOUR HEARING AIDS AWAY FROM THE HOME
When you choose to invest time and effort into getting new hearing aids you will want to get a better lifestyle where you don’t miss parts of the conversation too. Once you have actively decided to hear better you can start travelling more and interacting more with others again without worrying about being left out.
It is important to understand that your hearing aids are an electrical device and need different care based on the environment that they are in. It is also important that you think ahead and make sure that you have everything you need to ensure that you can hear at your best all of the time, wherever you are.
PLAN AHEAD
Make sure you pack enough batteries and any cleaning tools you have been given, to make sure that your hearing aids are in the best condition they can be in all of the time.
DON’T GET THEM WET
If you are doing any outdoor sports where you may sweat, you accidentally wear them in the shower or you get caught in the rain, it is a good idea to plan ahead for these things and make sure that you protect your hearing aids. You can check the weather and use an umbrella if it is expected to rain.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU DO GET THEM WET
If you do get your hearing aids wet it can be a good idea to take a drying box with you, we stock these at Hear in Hagley and at Hear in Wombourne if you would like to purchase one. These help to draw moisture out of the hearing aid once they have come into contact with water and it can be a good preventative measure to keep your hearing aids in one of these of an evening anyway. SWIMMING
If you are going swimming, you may choose not to wear your hearing aids for fear of getting them wet. If you suffer from recurrent ear infections or have ear wax problems you may wish to purchase some swim plugs from us, please ask for more information.
Wherever you are travelling make sure that you are prepared and that your hearing aids are never going to let you down because you have thought ahead.
Our hearing team are advising clients daily on how to care for the hearing aids in the home and when travelling so please feel free to give us a call and speak to us about any of your hearing care needs, whether you have a hearing aid currently or think you may need one.
Book in to see us by phoning, emailing or booking online at: www.lifestylehearingsolutions.co.uk.
Our clinic address in Hagley is: 125 Worcester Road, Hagley, Stourbridge, DY9 ONW
Hagley Clinic: 01562 884400 Email: hagley@lifestylehearingsolutions.co.uk
Our clinic address in Wombourne is: ‘Hear in Wombourne’ The Corner House, High St, Wombourne. WV5 9DN
Wombourne Clinic: 01902 302266 Email: wombourne@lifestylehearingsolutions.co.uk
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CALL OUR CLINICS TODAY HEAR IN HAGLEY HEAR IN WOMBOURNE Call us: 01562 884400 Call us: 01902 302266 hagley@lifestylehearingsolutions.co.uk wombourne@lifestylehearingsolutions.co.uk 125 Worcester Road, Hagley, The Corner House, High St, Wombourne, Stourbridge, DY9 ONW West Midlands. WV5 9DN
WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT BEING HAIRY?
Lisa Evans Reid Clinical Director at Reflect
Well compared to other apes and mammals, humans are practically bald! Instead of thick fur covering our bodies, many of us mainly have thick hair on top of our heads— and a few other places, such as the pubic area and the armpits. The rest of our body is covered in relatively thin terminal or vellus hair. Vellus hair is the fine, wispy hair that covers most of the body. It develops in childhood and remains on much of the body throughout adulthood. During puberty, some vellus hair changes to thicker hair called terminal hair.
There are many benefits to having both terminal and vellus (soft) hair over our bodies. Hair is important for maintaining skin health, as each hair follicle has blood vessels, nerves, and fat around it. Hair follicles are rich in stem cells that promote healing of the skin and is helpful if you have a cut or wound. Hair also keeps you warm, protects the skin from the elements and to a certain degree hair can protect you from sun damage. Note: never a reason not to wear sun protection!
Genetics is the most common cause of thick, plentiful body hair. Certain genes can make men more sensitive to the effects of testosterone, the hormone that encourages the growth of body hair. All women have facial and body hair, but it's normally less than men. Women tend to have terminal hair only on their arms and legs and more vellus hair on their face.
The trend of being hair free isn’t new!
If we look at the history of hair removal, it's clear that humans have been trying to get rid of it ever since they've had it. The Neanderthal human practiced primitive forms of shaving and hair cutting, perhaps to avoid lice and matted hair issues! As humans evolved, facial hair became a fashion statement, so removing parts of it to achieve whatever look was in vogue became a necessity.
Women in many parts of the world were soon expected to keep their legs and armpits hairless, and when the bathing suit came into play, so did the expectation of a well-groomed bikini line. These days, hair removal is generally viewed as a cosmetic issue -- getting rid of that hairy back or the embarrassing female moustache. Most cultures have acceptable and unacceptable areas and amounts of hair, making it necessary to oblige these unwritten rules to avoid being ostracised.
Excessive Hair Disorders - Hirsutism
The condition of Hirsutism is caused by excess hormones called androgens. Anyone can develop hirsutism, males can often be overwhelmed with excessive hair growth all over their bodies and women can develop the same excessive body hair growth or just in places where men usually grow it, like on their face (beard) or chest.
There can be several triggers for this disorder, especially in women. Examples can be Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) which is a disease affecting the ovaries which is related to the endocrine system and excessive hair growth can unfortunately be a symptom.
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Another example is menopause which can trigger excessive facial hair in some women. Both can be distressing and have a dramatic effect on mental wellbeing.
Hair Removal Options
• Shaving – Affordable, but time consuming as it must be done once a week or even for excessive hair sufferers every day and that can cause skin issues and ingrowing hairs.
• Plucking – Fiddly, time consuming and is generally only really used for the eyebrows, it can cause in grown hairs.
• Depilatory Creams – Messy, may cause soreness and overtime can cause pigmentation issues to the skin.
• Waxing – Is great if you are not too hairy but is painful! It will need repeating every six weeks. • Epilation – Effective but can be painful, requires regular treatments to thin the hair out.
• Threading – Great, but can cause trauma to the hair follicle resulting folliculitis or skin irritation such as spots.
• Laser Hair Removal – Great and can be semi-permanent but only treats dark hair, and you may need a top up course every 3 years or so if you have had any hormonal changes.
• Electrolysis – Super at destroying grey and white hairs permanently but it can be painful.
• Dermaplaning – Very popular these days and brilliant for lifting excessive vellus hair on the face and exfoliating dead skin cells away but requires monthly treatments.
So, which one would you choose?
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Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospice confirm successful charity merger
Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospices are delighted to announce that the two charities have successfully merged together to form one Birmingham wide organisation.
From today (August 2nd) the two charities are now a new single registered charity, The Hospice Charity Partnership.
The two Hospice sites and Inpatient Units are being preserved, as well as each hospice’s individual identity.
Both Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospice will also continue to deliver the same services to patients and their families and there will be no changes to the quality of care offered.
The Selly Park and Erdington-based hospices have been working together closely for many years to improve palliative and end of life care for more people across Birmingham and Sandwell.
Harry Turner, Chair of the Board of Trustees, said: “For both Boards the merger of Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospices marks a landmark moment for end of life care across Birmingham.
“Being able to make this a reality puts the two organisations in a strong position moving forward in the future.
“By working together, the two hospices can build on the current joint working arrangement and be better able to offer a seamless service to more patients across the north and the south of the city in a way that is both cost-effective and sustainable. “I am looking forward to continuing to working with our amazing teams across both sites.”
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic lead to both hospices, together with other partners, launching a joint service to co-ordinate end of life care across the area to meet the increasing needs of patients.
This highlighted the importance of providing palliative care and the need to secure the future of both charities at such a turbulent time.
Simon Fuller, Chief Executive of The Hospice Charity Partnership, added: “This is a positive development for the city, and in the best interests of patients and their families across the region.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the amount of people requiring care and will continue to do so.
“A single, integrated charity will be more able to meet the needs of patients, ensure we are financially resilient and a make us a stronger partner in the local healthcare system.
“Providing the best healthcare possible for our patients will always remain our top priority and by merging as one organisation it will allow more pennies in the pound to be spent directly on services for patients and families.”
