Dr Josh Macaulay with one of his clients As the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK last year, older people across the country faced a frightening and isolating reality. Fearful and often with restricted access to their families, many were reliant on carers as their only connection to the world. “It has almost been like house arrest,” says Dr Chris Moss who runs Westmorland Homecare, based in Kendal, alongside Dr Josh Macaulay. “You have had elderly people who for a year have been more isolated because they have not been able to see their family and friends as easily. “That can start to lead to communication and anxiety issues and if a person has dementia or mobility issues it can make the situation even worse.”
BUSINESS: Kendal shop Neon Sheep has closed its doors A POPULAR Kendal shop has shut down after experiencing problems with rent. The Neon Sheep branch, located on Highgate, has had to shut its doors after eighteen months of business. The gift shop, known for selling fun and cheerful items. will be missed by other elements in the community. South Lakes MP Tim Farron has expressed his sorrow at the news of the shops closure. Tim said: “It’s really sad to hear about the closure of Neon Sheep in Kendal. “This pandemic has been devastating for jobs businesses on our local high streets.
A Cumbrian care service has been recognised for its work during the coronavirus pandemic. A special performance certificate from the High Sheriff of Cumbria has been awarded to the team at Westmorland Homecare in Kendal in recognition of their hard work in adapting their working practice to keep people in.
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Westmorland Homecare, Kendal
A homecare company has spent more than £250,000 to refurbish and bring fully back to life one of Kendalâs oldest buildings.
Westmorland Homecare has just opened its new central hub at 18 Highgate after a building project lasting around 17 months.
It will serve as offices for 16 administrative staff, a base for the companyâs home care assistants, a training centre and somewhere people can easily visit to talk about the needs of members of their family.
And, when COVID-19 restrictions allow, it could also become a place for GPs and healthcare professionals to do continuing professional development training.