Registration is now open for November’s Care Forum
This unique event has been created to help you source new solution providers, attend educational seminars and network with your peers. November 6th & 7th 2023 Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport Book Your Place Full hospitality is provided including Overnight Stay, Gala Dinner with entertainment, all meals and refreshments. Don’t just take our word for […]
Be a part of developing infection control policy in care homes
University College London researchers are seeking care homes to take part in a Vivaldi follow-up study to improve infection control in care homes. The aim of the new study, called ‘Vivaldi Social Care’ is to gather data from care homes to develop policy and measures to prevent and reduce infections such as norovirus and flu. […]
So, what happened at the show around appointment? Why did the family choose another Care Home instead of yours?
Achieving occupancy targets we find is an important metric for our Care Home clients. Marketing spend success will undoubtedly be measured by the number of enquiries it generates and ultimately the number that convert into new residents moving in. That first visit to your care home is the critical step in the journey. Like anyplace […]
These are the solutions care home managers are looking for in 2023
Training, Dementia Care and Health & Safety are topping the list of solutions the UK’s care home procurement professionals are sourcing 2023, according to our exclusive research. The findings have been revealed ahead of next week’s Care Forum and are based on delegate requirements. Delegates registering to attend are asked which areas they needed to […]
Care Forum: Final call for delegates and suppliers!
If you’re a senior professional working in the care home industry, or a supplier of solutions to the sector, this is your last chance to register for next week’s Care Forum – don’t miss out! 5th & 6th June Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London Heathrow As our guest, you will enjoy industry seminar sessions, a […]
G7 ministers debate healthcare technology in Japan
UK Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay has visited Japan for a G7 Health Ministers’ meeting, where he took part in discussions with international counterparts on how technology can be used to improve patient care, reduce pressure on health and social care staff, and cut waiting times for patients. During his first international summit, […]
5 Minutes With… Michael King, Managing Director of Senior Response Ltd
In the latest instalment of our care industry executive interview series, Senior Response Ltd‘s Managing Director Michael King (pictured, above) explains how a contact centre partner can support the business development needs of a care home group… Tell us about your company, products, and services. Senior Response is a specialist contact centre working exclusively in […]
NMC study highlights ‘advanced practice’ risks
Experienced nurses and midwives are increasingly taking on complex, autonomous and expert roles commonly referred to as ‘advanced practice’, according to independent research commissioned by the NMC. But it’s unclear whether people who use services and the public understand the advanced practitioner’s role and what it means for them. The NMC says this matters because […]
Do you specialise in Bedroom & Bathroom equipment 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 June we’ll be focusing on Bedroom & Bathroom equipment. 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 […]
Almost half of care staff are unhappy with pay
New data indicates that 97% of UK care organisations have issues with rostering while almost half (46%) of care staff are unhappy with pay. As is well documented, the care sector in the UK is facing a significant workforce shortage, with more than one in ten care worker posts remaining unfilled, according to figures published […]
