Is your site Fire Safety up to standard?
By Duct Hygiene Fire safety in care homes is not just a compliance issue; it’s a matter of life and death. The importance of properly functioning fire safety measures cannot be overstated, as they are essential for protecting residents, staff, and property. A recent project by Duct Hygiene highlights the critical need for robust fire […]
Supporting hospice care with reliable IT networks
By Cloud Gateway In hospice care, where the focus is on providing comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages, a robus IT infrastructure is essential. It ensures healthcare providers can focus on patient care while leveraging reliable, secure, and scalable technology. Data Security and Compliance Hospices handle sensitive patient data, necessitating strict compliance with GDPR and the Access […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: The future of fall prevention and monitoring is wireless!
Falls and fractures in older people are often preventable. Reducing falls and fractures is important for maintaining the health, wellbeing and independence of older people, and avoiding the risk of additional health complications caused by falling. Did you know? Spearhead’s wireless fall prevention and monitoring system eliminates trip hazards presented by cables, making it safer […]
The unsung hero of building safety: Fire damper maintenance
When it comes to building safety, fire dampers are hidden heroes. Designed to prevent fire and smoke from spreading through HVAC systems, they safeguard lives and property. Despite their critical role, fire damper maintenance is often overlooked, exposing buildings to risks and legal liabilities. At Duct Hygiene, we provide expert services to ensure your building’s […]
Secure £120K funding to revolutionise care providers’ Digital Systems and WiFi Infrastructure
By Adam James Abrahami MCP, MA, BA (Hons), Director H2o Networks (Working with Care Providers for 25 years) I recently assisted a care provider with 52 locations obtain 120k grant that was utilised to improve Internet and Wi-Fi connectivity that had been affecting both staff and residents. At the start, their coverage was only at […]
Driving Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Overcoming Challenges with Cloud Gateway’s Scalable Solutions
The Labour government has pledged to invest over £2 billion in digital transformation for the NHS. This significant commitment is likely to influence the broader healthcare sector, as innovations and trends within the NHS often extend to other healthcare micro-sectors. This will improve productivity by creating more appointments for patients, as well as ensuring healthcare providers have […]
The impact of employed staff to deliver compassionate social care
With ongoing staff recruitment and retention challenges, social care providers increasingly rely on agencies to bridge critical staffing gaps. Paul O’Rourke, managing director of the Next Stage group, explores how this approach impacts delivering compassionate, empathetic care… With over a quarter of care workers in the independent sector expected to leave their roles in 2023-2024, retaining skilled and […]
OPINION: Why most managers and care staff complain about the WIFI & Internet & what can be done to solve it and lower costs?
My name is Adam Abrahami, and I work with care groups across the country, including the Bondcare Group. One of the most common complaints I hear from managers and their staff is about unreliable Wi-Fi. This includes no internet access at all, constant disruptions, or being unable to connect to the Wi-Fi network. When these […]
Spearhead: Care Home supplies you can rely on
Spearhead are a trusted supply partner for Care Home Operators, backed by a strong supply chain, reliable delivery network and dedicated account managers. From consumables, equipment and furniture through to compliance, training and equipment servicing, Spearhead deliver a complete service from a single source. Our scalability allows us to serve Care Home Operators with multiple […]
How we solve the care sector’s staffing crisis by investing in our people
In the wake of the 2024 annual State of Adult Social Care report, Paul O’Rourke, Managing Director of Next Stage, emphasises the crucial need to address high staff turnover in the adult social care industry to invest in both individual employees and improve the quality of care they provide… In a sector where continuity of care […]
