Social and health care workers among those most stressed at work
Social care and healthcare workers are among the most stressed UK employees, after lack of sleep and money worries, according to new research. Over two-thirds (70%) of the 1,238 employed adults surveyed by HR software provider Ciphr, identified at least one aspect of work that contributes to their stress levels. Work in general is the biggest cause […]
PRESSURE CARE MONTH: Your key considerations for supplier selection
Pressure ulcers are a significant concern in the UK’s care home sector, leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Effective pressure care solutions are essential to prevent and manage these debilitating conditions. Senior care home professionals must carefully consider various factors when selecting appropriate providers – here are the key considerations among Care Forum delegates… Understanding Your Residents’ Needs […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Ensure seamless catering operations with PKL and Rental+
Founded in 1977 in Northern Ireland, Lowe Corporation have grown to become a global leader in the provision of sustainable rental services. With a dedicated team of c. 450 employees worldwide, the company operates through 3 divisions and from 12 strategic distribution centres around the globe. PKL and Rental+—two leading brands within Lowe Corporation—offer comprehensive solutions […]
Charity Partner Update: NW Hearts Charity’s grants round and celebration event
NW Hearts Charity works with hospitals, healthcare settings and community groups to improve the lives of people living with heart disease in Greater Manchester. The Charity funds a range of projects across hospitals, healthcare settings and in local communities across the 10 Boroughs of Greater Manchester, all of which make a positive difference to the […]
If 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 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 Software and would […]
‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating for Next Stage for Fostering
Next Stage for Fostering, an independent fostering agency based in the North West, has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted for the second consecutive time. The inspection, conducted in July 2024, highlighted the agency’s commitment to excellence in fostering services. Ofsted inspectors noted that “the actions of the independent fostering agency contribute to significantly […]
PRESSURE CARE MONTH: Key considerations for managing treatment in your care home
Pressure ulcers, also known as pressure sores or bedsores, are a significant issue in the UK’s residential care sector. These painful and debilitating wounds can have severe consequences for residents, including increased risk of infection, sepsis, and even death. Effective pressure care techniques are essential to prevent and manage these conditions… Understanding Pressure Ulcers Pressure ulcers develop when skin is subjected […]
Join the care home sector’s leading lights at the Care Forum this November
Can you or a colleague attend the Care Forum on the 4th-5th November in Manchester? It’s less than 10 weeks away and you’ll be joining the cream of the UK’s care home sector. There’s still time to register, but only just! We have less than 10 places left – please confirm here. Expect a day and a half of seminar sessions, networking with 50 […]
Hospital at Home usage increases in Scotland
The number of patients using Hospital at Home in Scotland rose by almost a quarter last year, it has been revealed, as funding allocations for NHS boards were announced. A total of 13 local healthcare providers have been allocated a share of £3.6 million for Hospital at Home for older people to help ease pressure […]
New research points to disparity between home costs and level of care
Outsourcing care homes has compromised the accessibility and quality of care for the most vulnerable, particularly in areas of greatest deprivation, according to new research led by the Department of Social Policy and Intervention at Oxford University and funded by the Nuffield Foundation. The results, published in BMJ Public Health, raise questions about the role […]
