Alzheimer’s Month: How technology can support people living with dementia
There are currently 850,000 people with dementia in the UK and this number is projected to double to two million by 2050. People living with dementia generally need more support from care providers than those without dementia. It’s therefore crucial for caregivers to understand how technology can help people living with dementia maintain their independence, […]
INTERVIEW: ‘Doing things differently’ at Lace Hill Manor care home
Paul Turvey (pictured), new home manager at the £9.5 million Lace Hill Manor Care Home under construction in Buckingham, has set out his exciting vision for an exceptional, innovative home, shaped by those who live and work there… Turvey recently took the helm at Lace Hill Manor, a 62-bed private care home designed for residential, […]
Do you specialise in Software for care homes? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in October we’ll be focusing on Computer Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Computer Software solutions and would […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: SafeSense 3 by wissner-bosserhoff
SafeSense® 3 by wissner-bosserhoff is an integrated real-time movement monitoring device that can detect dangers at an early stage and corresponding warning messages can be recorded silently if preferred or forwarded as an active DECT call. If forwarded, staff are notified of resident’s lack of movement in bed, enabling them to quickly identify and respond […]
Alzheimer’s Month: Delivering outstanding dementia care
People living with dementia generally need more support from care providers than those without. It’s therefore extremely important that care home operators understand how to provide outstanding care for residents living with dementia. This Alzheimer’s Month (September 2021) Theresa McNally, Creative Practice Manager at CQC Outstanding rated dementia care specialist Vida Healthcare, shares her top […]
Exemplar opens £4.9m specialist nursing care home in Birmingham
Exemplar Health Care has officially opened its fifth state-of-the-art care home in the West Midlands, supporting 30 adults living with a range of complex and high acuity needs; including brain injuries, neuro-disabilities, spinal injuries, physical disability or mental health conditions. Blackmoor has 30 large bedrooms, each with an en-suite, across three units. The home also features communal […]
£2.7m secured for veterans’ mental health services
Armed forces veterans, including those who served in Afghanistan, will benefit from additional mental health support backed by £2.7 million for Op COURAGE – the Veterans’ Mental Health and Wellbeing Service. The government has announced an expansion of services to support those experiencing complex mental and/or physical trauma, or alcohol and substance misuse. Dedicated care […]
Exemplar begins work on specialist care home for Ellesmere Port
Exemplar Health Care has begun construction on its new 20-bed care home in Ellesmere Port, which will open in spring 2022. Cheshire Springs will be Exemplar Health Care’s first home in Cheshire West and Chester, where it will support 20 adults who are living with a range of complex needs including neuro-disabilities, complex mental health […]
Building back better: Becoming a global leader in population health management
The Covid-19 pandemic has placed a significant spotlight on the need for greater collaboration between, and transformation of the UK’s health and social care systems. Even before the pandemic swept the world, an ageing population and the impact of austerity had meant they were close to breaking point in some areas. It’s widely accepted that […]
SAVE THE DATE: Care Forum 2022
The Care Forum is an essential platform for you to connect with industry care professionals that can help you with both current business requirements and future projects. In addition to 1-2-1 meetings with suppliers, your pass also includes overnight accommodation, all meals, refreshments and access to insightful seminar sessions. 6th & 7th June, 2022 – Whittlebury Park, […]
