A short trip to the supermarket shouldn’t end with a parking charge.
Most supermarket car parks are private land, so the rules can differ from one store to the next.
A few quick checks before you leave the car can help:
See the full checklist here:
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Friday Care Tip, 9th October 2026.
The clocks go back on 25 October.
A few simple checks on lighting, heating and routines for an older person living at home.
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Fake GP surgery texts copy real appointment reminders. You do not need to click, reply or pay to keep your place.
See the warning signs: ablecommunitycare.com/blog/h…
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Could you be missing Pension Credit? It is extra help after State Pension age, not the State Pension. The claim is free.
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Friday Care Tip
Waiting a long time for a hospital appointment or operation?
In England, many people do not realise they may have the right to ask about another NHS-funded hospital if the wait is long
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Autumn is a good time to check in on older relatives living at home. A boiler service, working smoke alarms, a well-stocked cupboard and a spare key with a neighbour can make winter far more comfortable. We have put a short checklist together here: ablecommunitycare.com/blog/a…
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The Priority Services Register is a free service that can offer extra help during power cuts or water interruptions.
Many older people and those with medical or care needs at home may be eligible
See our short guide on who can join and how to register. ablecommunitycare.com/blog/p…
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Did you know you don’t have to pay anyone to apply for Attendance Allowance?
Some companies charge hundreds of pounds to help with claims
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Please share with anyone who may benefit.
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Shopping can be stressful for many older people and those with disabilities.
Did you know many supermarkets now offer Quiet Hours to make it calmer and easier?
➡️Simple ways to make the experience more comfortable
👉 Read the full tip here: ablecommunitycare.com/blog/c…
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We’ve just published a new update on our Holiday Care Companion service!
This week we received two lovely enquiries — one for an accessible cruise holiday in September, and another for a seaside break in Bournemouth.
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I'm worried that the Government is cutting the Winter Fuel Payment. @ageuk estimates around 2.5 million pensioners who really need the money will now lose it. I've signed their petition.
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#NewProfilePic beginning our 45th Year of providing trusted Live-in Care.
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The number of centenarians living in the UK has doubled since 2002.
Able Community Care is proud to currently support 5 people over the age of 100.
For an information brochure detailing our care support.
Call 01603 764567
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The best referral 4 a support service is when a previous client comes back for more assistance. Holiday Companion Care Support has been commissioned for a 3rd time to take Janet the Canary Islands in April. we have accompanied Janet to France & Egypt.
call 01603 764567.
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Since 2016 Able Community Care has been offering Holiday Care Companions so that an older person who requires care support can travel...
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This was received from a gentleman who had received one of our Do Not Knock door stickers.
He kindly sent us a donation for our costs which was a generous thought, as the door stickers are free of charge. We have given his donation, with thanks,to The Spinal Injury Association
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Sons and daughters who live abroad but have older relatives in the UK, still want to be involved at a time when care support is needed for them. Today we have received two emails from Australia with reference to the Live-in Care Support we provide in the UK.
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6,567!! This is the amount of door stickers we have sent out to individuals, groups and clubs in the month of June.
Contact us if you would like one 01603 764 567 or email [email protected]
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