Today is the BBC’s Children in Need, when people across the country raise and donate money to a variety of charities through a huge TV event. We here at Careline365 bring you several ways to raise money for this great cause each year! Bake Sale This is what we did for Children in Need this year here at the Careline offices. It’s a delicious way to raise money. Get everyone you know to bake their speciality, or, if they don’t have one, to have a crack at a bun. You can either advertise in your neighbourhood or organise one at your office. There’s an added layer of friendly …
Remembrance Day: How Do Other Countries Commemorate?
Today is Remembrance Day. People across the country observe a two-minute silence and contemplate the sacrifice made by those who gave their lives during WWI, and the countless conflicts since then. It is a day observed by almost all members of the Commonwealth of Nations. We at Careline take a look at the different ways in which this important day is commemorated in some of the other Commonwealth nations across the world. Remembrance Day - India Although the event is not observed across the entire country, there are specific services at key locations around India. The army hold …
On This Day in 1989, The Berlin Wall Came Down
On this day, 27 years ago, the Berlin Wall fell, marking the end of years of division in post-war Germany. We here at Careline take a look back at that historic moment. Berlin Wall - The History The construction of the Berlin Wall in 1961 was the result of tensions between the powers that held control of Germany after World War II: the UK, the USA, the Soviet Union and France. The close of the war saw Germany divided into four quadrants, each controlled by a different member of the Allies. The aim was to supervise the reconstruction of Germany, hopefully allowing it to become …
Stay safe and think of the elderly this Halloween
Halloween is upon us once again. This is the time of the year where everything goes a little bit spooky. People dress up and go out trick or treating with there friends. People do seem to forget however that there are vulnerable people out there who may not be so keen to take part in the celebrations. For elderly people, Halloween can be a night that they wish to forget on their calendars. For the elderly it can be a night full of scary knocks at the door and loud shouting in the streets. Here at Careline365 - the UK's favourite personal alarm provider - this is a huge concern. …
It’s National Potato Day!
Today is National Potato Day! To mark this solemn occasion on which each of us must silently reflect upon society’s preferred tuber, we here at Careline bring you a delicious series of ways in which to consume them. Potato Salad Appearance aside, part of the beauty of potatoes is their unparalleled versatility. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or cooking up a meal worthy of a Michelin star or three, solanum tuberosum has your back. At the simple end of the spectrum, nothing beats a good potato salad. Simply chop and boil some potatoes; put them in a bowl; …
Museums at Night: our top picks
This week marks the start of Museums at Night, a not-for-profit, nationwide event that invites UK museums, galleries and heritage sites to open up after hours. This festival takes place twice a year, once in Spring and once in Autumn and this season the event takes place from this Thursday 27th through to Saturday 29th October. Museums at Night allows cultural locations across the country to open up to new visitors and offer exciting and innovative events. Below we've included our favourite events from across the country that might interest you and your family. Many events even …
