£37m to help people stay more active in old age
Organisations can apply for a share of £37.5 million to develop ideas that could help people to enjoy healthier and more active lives in older age. The funding is part of the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund Healthy Ageing Challenge £98 million investment to support businesses and researchers to develop these new products and […]
Fears over ‘no deal’ impact on care industry
With Brexit looming, No-Deal on the table care industry employers are being urged to check if visa applications are required and have been applied for. Recruitment platform Novacare has cited public figures that suggest as many as 100,000 jobs in social care could be at risk, with many employers unaware of the extent disruption that this could […]
New guide launched to promote dietary inclusivity in care
“Food is central to our identity and I would hope that stays with us throughout life,” says Senior Rabbi as new guide is launched to help care homes cater for a variety of diets. The guide, produced by charity Vegetarian for Life (VfL), is packed full of recipes and information on how religion or philosophical […]
Do you specialise in Software solutions 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 October we’ll be focussing on Software solutions. 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 solutions and […]
Last chance to attend the Energy Management Summit
There’s just one free guest pass available for Energy Management Summit later this month. It takes place on September 30th & October 1st at the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Stansted and will allow you to: Meet with a series of innovative suppliers for pre-arranged, 1-2-1 meetings Attend seminar sessions hosted by industry thought-leaders Discuss challenges […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Vegetarian for Life training & nutrition
Can your business cater well and ethically for older vegans and vegetarians? Fully-funded training is now available. The number of vegan residents in UK care homes has TREBLED in the last 5 years. Are you equipped to cater for the rising number of vegans and vegetarians? Or do they pass your business by and take […]
The importance of hygiene in social care settings
Maintaining a high standard of hygiene in care settings is extremely important. Those who live in care are more likely to have a vulnerable or compromised immune system, making them more susceptible to commonly transmitted infections. For this reason, it is integral to the delivery of effective care that residents, visitors and staff take reasonable […]
Human Rights charter launched at Scottish Care’s tech event
An event that brought debate on technology within the care system has been held in Scotland. Care Tech 2, organised by Scottish Care, with the support of the Clydesdale Bank, was held at Strathclyde University Technology and Innovation Centre, focused on how technology could be used to enable individuals to maintain their independence for as […]
It’s the FM Christmas Party – Bring your friends!
Join us at the FM Christmas Party, hosted by the FM Forum and FMJ. It’s set to be the FM industry’s networking event of the year, taking place on the evening of Wednesday November 27th at the plush private members club Beat London. Early Bird tickets are priced at just £35 which includes entrance, drinks and […]
New service to deliver urgent medicines as part of Brexit contingencies
The Department of Health and Social Care has started its Brexit preparations, initially leading a procurement exercise for an express freight service to deliver medicines and medical parts into the country. The contract, estimated to be worth £25 million, is part of the Government’s plans to support continuity of medical supplies if the UK leaves […]
