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New catering qualification aims to raise food and nutrition standards in care settings
A new accredited qualification designed specifically for catering professionals working across health and social care has welcomed its first learners.
Fire safety rules risk leaving extra care housing in a regulatory blind spot
By Iain Cox, Secretary of the Business Sprinkler Alliance The Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA) continues to press the case for
Pressure Ulcer Prevention in Care Homes: Building an effective pressure care strategy
Pressure care equipment can play an important role in protecting residents who are at risk of developing pressure ulcers. But
October 2026 is Software Month on Care Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and this
Abbots Care team takes on charity triathlon in support of Spinal Injuries Association
Staff from Hertfordshire homecare provider Abbots Care have taken on a charity triathlon to raise money for the Spinal Injuries
Pressure Care Mattresses & Equipment: What care providers should compare
Pressure damage can have serious consequences for people receiving care. People with limited mobility may be particularly vulnerable, while factors
Bedroom Solutions for Care Homes: When speed and quality both matter
Bedroom refurbishments don’t always follow a planned schedule. In care environments, rooms may need updating quickly to welcome new residents
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Care sector campaign targets hearing loss support in care homes
Care home providers are being urged to make hearing loss a greater priority after sector leaders warned that the condition
College-NHS partnership targets Hertfordshire’s health and social care skills shortage
A regional college is expanding its partnership work with the NHS as Hertfordshire looks to tackle a significant shortage of
Can Music Help with Dementia? Dementia radio and music therapy explained
Music can be deeply personal. A familiar song may be linked to a wedding, childhood, work, faith, family life or
September 2026 is Pressure Care Products Month on Care Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and this
New CQC guide aims to help care workers prepare for inspections
A new guide designed to help care workers better understand Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections has been launched following collaboration
What are dementia toys and sensory products, and how can they support dementia care?
Meaningful activity is an important part of person-centred dementia care. Familiar objects, tactile materials, music, photographs and comforting soft products
Finalists announced for NACC Care Chef of the Year 2026
Twelve of the UK’s leading care catering professionals have secured places in the final of the National Association of Care
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