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Care homes across the UK are being offered a vital line of communication that will enable families to stay updated about the care of elderly residents during…

The NHS employs over 1.4 million people in the UK and the Social Care Sector hires a further 1.6 million people. An additional 65,000 retired doctors and nurses have…

This week marks the first National Intergenerational Week, running from 23 March to 29 March.

To celebrate the week, Royal Star & Garter, which provides…

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Paula Beaney, Quality Assurance Director at live-in care provider, Promedica24, has issued the following statement:

Over-…

Claridge Place, a care home in Warwick Road, Solihull, are keeping residents busy during the Coronavirus lock down, with one particular initiative that hopes to bring…

Author: Harriet Smith, Registered Dietitian

Sarcopenia is a progressive and generalised skeletal muscle disorder, characterised by low muscle strength, low…

A new set of strength and balance graphics that can be used in any health and social care setting has been created by national walking charity Paths for All.

Further to its announcement of postponement last week,…

Wales’ first ever care home artist in residence is celebrating a quarter of a century in the ground-breaking role.
Talented Sarah Edwards was engaged as a…

Adequate hydration is essential to maintaining good health.
Most adults are able to monitor and respond to their hydration needs. However, this…

Care & Nursing Essentials' round-up of news and advice on the coronavirus outbreak for those working in care homes, including a printable guide…

Care…

Manfred Sauer UK – Manufacturer of urology products with a difference, often designed by end users with unique features and benefits! 

Sheaths…

On International Women’s Day 2020, Nirmala Singhvi, manager of Victoria House day centre for the elderly in Watford, received the Community Impact Award.
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Helen Fuller, Managing Director at Care 4 Quality, discusses the shortage in care home staff and …

Holmes Care Group has finalised a long-term partnership with Impact Healthcare REIT, in which nine of its properties in Scotland will be acquired by Impact Healthcare…

A care home in the London borough of Havering is to close after being rated Inadequate overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Alton House, in…