Supporting carer independence through technology
It is well documented that the NHS is stretched in terms of available resources, an issue escalated by the Covid-19 pandemic. In a time when hospital waiting lists are at all-time highs, one significant way to help relieve the problem is to alleviate the pressure in social care, and to facilitate the safe return of […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: seca – Outstanding service is our way
By seca For weight measurements and nutritional screenings in nursing homes, class III approved medical grade scales should be used, as per the NAWI Directive. These scales are calibrated precision instruments that provide the most accurate weighing of patients. To be certain that they keep precision over time and that you can rely on the […]
Do you specialise in Training & Innovation 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 April we’ll be focusing on Training & Innovation. 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 Training & Innovation […]
The Care Forum: Two events in 2022, each tailored to your needs
Make sure your register for a complimentary delegate place at the 2022 Care Forums – Taking place across two dates in London and Manchester! As mentioned previously, your pass is entirely free and allows you to meet with a range of suppliers that can support your current challenges and upcoming projects. Plus, you can enjoy free overnight accommodation, […]
Protecting our services through digital solutions
This is possibly the most challenging period in the history of the NHS. The Covid-19 pandemic has stretched healthcare systems to breaking point and the impacts are still being felt, with six million people currently waiting for non urgent surgery and hospital treatment1. However, it has also accelerated change and innovation and brought into sharp […]
Innovative £500,000 dementia suite officially opens in Harrogate
The Springwater suite, which will be home to a community of up to 14 people has been designed to enable people to continue to live well with dementia, maintaining as much of their independence as possible. Following a complete transformation and investment of half a million pounds by the Maria Mallaband Care Group (MMCG) which […]
Gold Care Homes rolls out Softworks HR Management for 2,000 employees
Gold Care Homes has implemented Softworks Workforce Management Solution to manage employee Time, Attendance, Rostering, Skills and HR for their 2,000 employees across 24 care homes. The company went to market in 2019 for a solution that would enable them to optimise management of employee Time, Attendance, Rostering and HR and support their core goal […]
Construction begins on HMT specialist dementia care home in West Sussex
Healthcare Management Trust (HMT), the charity which provides health and social care while reinvesting any surplus income back into dementia care research, will be opening a specialist dementia care home in the village of Climping, near the seaside town of Littlehampton, West Sussex. The HMT Littlehampton care home is described as a ‘pioneering innovation’ within […]
Two opportunities to attend a Care Forum this year – Register today!
Would you or a colleague like a complimentary place at our upcoming Care Forums? We are running this unique event across two dates in London and Manchester for 2022! As mentioned previously, your pass is entirely free and allows you to meet with a range of suppliers that can support your current challenges and upcoming projects. […]
Medical grade scale testing, repair and reverification service
Elderly people are at an increased risk of malnutrition. It weakens the immune system, increases the potential of falls and slows recovery. One of the key parameters for the prevention of malnutrition is a healthy body weight. For nutritional status monitoring in elderly care patients, class III approved medical grade scales should be used, as […]
