128,000 new care workers needed every year
New research from the Care Association Alliance has revealed that the UK’s care sector requires a mammoth 128,000 new workers each year to replace staff who leave the profession. The data was the main headline from the CAA’s latest Social Care Workforce Study, which analysed micro-economic trends in the sector in the context of macro […]
Do you specialise in bedroom Furniture for care homes? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re be shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in April we’ll be focussing on Bedroom Furniture. 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 Bedroom Furniture and […]
Here’s what your free VIP pass to the Care Forum includes…
Register today for the Care Forum. It’s free for you to attend and could help you reduce your expenditure by matching you up with innovative suppliers who can provide the solutions you require. Guarantee your place at this unique event. Your VIP pass includes: A bespoke itinerary of face-to-face meetings with suppliers based on mutual […]
Craig Healthcare wins North East Better Health at Work award
A special award recognising the efforts of employees in addressing health issues within the workplace has been awarded to a North East provider of residential and dementia care. Craig Healthcare who owns and manages two cares homes in the region, Cramlington House and West Farm Care Centre, was awarded the Silver Status in a Better […]
Pets ‘provide the best care’ for dementia sufferers
Rabbits, dogs, cats and even ponies should be welcomed at residential and dementia care homes. That’s the view of care provider Craig Healthcare, which has integrated interactions with animals into its personalised care programmes. Residents at its Cramlington House and West Farm sites have been provided with proactive animal-assisted initiatives which demonstrate the affirmative role […]
Health for Care coalition calls for sustainable social care system
The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has joined a coalition of 15 health organisations in calling on the UK government to create a sustainable social care system in England. Health for Care, led by the NHS Confederation, wants a fair funding settlement, which puts social care on a sustainable path for the longer term, as well […]
Support for NHS mental health a ‘sticking plaster’
A leading executive within healthcare recruitment has spoken out against Health Secretary Matt Hancock’s pledge to overhaul mental health support for NHS staff, warning that that ignoring fundamental issues would be like “sticking a plaster on a wound.” Michael Johnson -Ellis, managing director, Healthier Recruitment, praised the move which would include post-incident support for NHS […]
Join a gathering of care industry ‘rock stars’ this summer
Don’t miss the opportunity to join other hero care industry professionals this summer at The Care Forum, which is taking place on June 10th & 11th at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire. You’ll have the chance to meet with innovative suppliers based on your requirements and upcoming projects, as well as attend insightful seminar sessions. Plus you’ll […]
New trial of cannabis-based medicine for Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Research UK is funding a clinical trial at King’s College London investigating a cannabis-based treatment for people living with dementia. Dementia, caused by diseases like Alzheimer’s, is not limited to the loss of memory and thinking skills and people with the condition can experience a wide range of symptoms, including changes to their behaviour. […]
Sexism towards female job applicants still prevalent
Data from job ads search engine specialist Adzuna.co.uk indicates the level of gender-bias across the UK’s job market and its industries through gender-coded language present in job ads. However, social care and healthcare & nursing err more towards a neutral tone of voice. The news comes as the government has unveiled a new national recruitment […]
