In the UK, someone develops dementia every three minutes, and the Alzheimer’s Society estimates that the number of people living alone with the condition will double…
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Care technology plays growing role in facilities for the elderly and infirm
Electronic systems are helping operators in the growing care homes sector to provide caring environments that are not only comfortable and friendly, but also safe,…
Bupa care home workers recruited via youth scheme
A group of young Bupa care home workers were recruited to the care sector via a scheme with the Prince's Trust and Barclays/ The next steps for Bupa's partnership…
How Bupa care home workers are keeping control of their finances
Bupa recently introduced the income-streaming app, Wagestream, which will allow nearly 11,000 colleagues to…
Borough Care Appoints New Area Manager
Borough Care has promoted Nerys Carpenter to the position of Area Manager. Nerys was previously Home Manager of Borough Care’s Shepley House in Hazel Grove. Borough…
Naidex 46: Aspiring for a Better Future of Independent Living
Naidex 2020 and all co-located events postponed due to coronavirus. The show will confirm the new dates by Monday 16th March. For more details, please visit…
Call for volunteers for study into benefits of singing for people with dementia
The transformative power of singing for people with dementia was brought to the public’s attention in the recent BBC1 documentary, ‘Our Dementia Choir with Vicky…
Does the UK Government need to rethink social care?
Nine in ten over 55 say UK Government needs to rethink social care for the older population
Audley…
Spotlight on Infection Control
In the lead up to National Bug Busting Day on 31st January, MediSupplies is raising awareness of…
Offering extensive cost savings on disposable gloves
Disposable gloves are essential in protecting the wellbeing of employees, controlling the spread of infection and preventing possible cross-contamination. Ensuring…
What makes a safe home for the elderly?
It can be very difficult to imagine what it is like to be old; especially if you are very young and in good health. But imagine you could put on a pair of glasses…
Inject new life into rooms with interior landscaping
Inject new life into rooms with interior landscaping: a cost effective way to refresh decor and increase physical and mental health
The…
Ensuring effective hygiene and infection control in care
Trish Smith is general manager at Red Roofs Residential Care Home, part of Red Homes Healthcare. Trish joined the home in 1988, moving through the ranks to…
Sensory rooms: six mistakes care homes need to avoid
Most care professionals are well aware of the benefits of sensory rooms – they are spaces which offer a calming, soothing environment or can trigger reactions and…
Tunstall Healthcare's new nurse call system set to shake up industry
Connected care and health solutions provider Tunstall Healthcare has launched an innovative and revolutionary nurse call system, Tunstall Carecom.
Already…
Want to improve your care environment for residents and staff?
New, revolutionary lighting - ‘Circadian Plus’ by amBX will transform your care environment by providing elite benefits. Research has proven that circadian lighting,…
Stevenage nursing home residents visit primary school for lunch
School caterers HCL, alongside a primary school in Hertfordshire, are piloting a new project that brings elderly people from local care homes into school so children…
Care Sector Ball confirms headline partners for 2020
The leading supporters for the care sector's biggest fundraising event have been confirmed for 2020. Specialist care provider,…
Bluebird Care Ranked 16th on Top 100!
Bluebird Care, the UK’s largest homecare provider, has ranked 16th on the prestigious …
Harrogate Neighbours cut fall assistance times thanks to emergency lifting chair
Harrogate Neighbours cut fall assistance times from 6 hours to 15 minutes thanks to emergency lifting chair.
Harrogate-based Yorkshire Care Equipment have…
What heating to consider for retirement villages
Care and nursing homes normally steal the spotlight when it comes to safety considerations regarding heating, however, retirement villages shouldn’t be overlooked.…
How can Legionella be prevented in care and nursing homes?
Dave Lancaster from Uponor, provider of total solutions for the safe transportation of water around buildings, discusses the importance of safeguarding…
Creating a Happy Christmas for Someone Living with Dementia
Spending time with loved ones over Christmas is what the festive season is all about, and for those living with dementia it’s just as important. There are, however,…
ASH Healthcare Training - Training is our passion
We, at ASH Healthcare Training, have an outstanding…
Cost-effective infection control from Gompels Healthcare
With care budgets continuing to be cut across the UK, keeping your care home to the standard that prospective residents and their families will be expecting is an on-…
Care Sector's biggest fundraising event confirmed for 2020
The Care Sector Fundraising Ball, which this year raised a staggering…
Fiona Phillips to Chair Future of Care Conference London 2020
The Future of Care Conference is pleased to announce that broadcaster and TV presenter, Fiona Phillips, has been confirmed as chair for the event on 3rd March 2020 at…
From good to outstanding: how to improve your care home’s CQC rating
Getting an outstanding Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating can sometimes seem unattainable, especially given the current challenges faced by social care in the UK.…
Enhancing the dining experience while boosting nutrition
A good meal can offer more benefits than just nutrition; food plays an important part in social life and activity; especially in the elderly. A good meal is often…
Unplanned Care Congress: February 2020, London
Reducing trips to Accident and Emergency is the focus of the Unplanned Care Congress: Improving Flow & Reducing Statistics, which aims to help healthcare…
NuVu Life: Liqui-Life Shakes
It is well-known in the care sector that malnutrition affecting the senior population is an ever-growing concern. Indeed, it is common-knowledge that underweight…
How To Help & Support Your Activity Coordinators
Calling All Care & Dementia Home Groups, Managers and Regional Support Teams: How To Help & Support Your Activity Coordinators by Gillian Hesketh of…