The Know-How

The iStumble app is a free, easy-to-use guide created by healthcare professionals to help carers and families respond safely and calmly after a fall. With step-by-step instructions and helpful videos, it’s like having a first-aid expert in your pocket. Learn why we love it at Good Company and how it can help you feel more confident in moments that really matter.

When short term memory is affected by dementia, the brain may not store new information, even if it was heard and understood. Saying “I told you already” can cause distress, while simple strategies like notes, reminders and reassurance make life easier for both the person and their carer.

Practical tips for carers on how to make the most of a short GP appointment, from keeping notes to asking for next steps, so concerns are taken seriously.

When my husband moved into residential care, I was asked to consent to a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessment. It felt frightening at first, but I’ve since learned it is not about locking people away. DoLS is a legal safeguard to protect someone’s rights when they can no longer make safe decisions on their own. With advice from Good Company and some careful preparation, I realised it could be a positive step. If you are facing the same situation, you are not al

Leaving hospital can be overwhelming, especially if you're far from home or need extra support. This guide explains how the Out of County Hospital Team and Hospital Discharge Funding can help, what your rights are under the Care Act, and how to make sure your return home is safe, supported, and in your control.

Discover how technology can help you stay connected, independent and entertained. From online GP appointments to virtual museum tours and penguin cams, there is free local support to help you get started.

A Good Company member shares the everyday changes that have helped them live more positively with dementia, from table tennis to healthy eating and staying social.

Written by our CEO, Lucy Buck, this personal story shares how bringing in Personal Assistants transformed her family’s experience of caring for her mum with dementia, helping her stay active, independent and connected while giving the family vital support and rest.