Three Maria Mallaband care homes named among top 20 in regional rankings
Three care homes operated by Maria Mallaband Care Group (MMCG) have been recognised among the top 20 in their respective regions, highlighting continued emphasis on quality care and resident experience across the provider’s portfolio. The homes (Kingsbury Court Care Home in Bisley, Coplands Care Home in Wembley, and Willowdene Care Home in Sedgefield) were named […]
April 2026 is Training & Innovation Month on Care Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and this April we’ll be focusing on Training & Innovation 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 […]
Rivervale Minibus: Bringing new meaning to accessible minibuses
You put your patients, residents, and clients’ needs first, at Rivervale Minibus we do the same. We are here to help you find the right minibus for your organisation, whether that’s leased or purchased outright, and make managing your minibuses and drivers so much easier. Bringing a demo minibus to you The best way to […]
Abbots Care hits 100-hour Tackling Loneliness target thanks to young volunteers
Young people are helping to lead the fight against loneliness in Hertfordshire after home-care provider Abbots Care delivered more than 100 hours of volunteer companionship to vulnerable people in the community. Nearly a third of the hours were provided by volunteers under the age of 29, as part of the organisation’s award-winning Tackling Loneliness campaign. […]
NURSE CALL SYSTEMS MONTH: Future-proofing legacy technologies across multi-site care groups
For multi-site care providers, nurse call systems sit at the intersection of resident safety, compliance, digital transformation and operational efficiency. Many care groups still operate a patchwork of legacy systems (often inherited through acquisition) creating inconsistency in functionality, reporting and maintenance. Upgrading these systems across a portfolio requires strategic planning rather than site-by-site replacement… Standardisation […]
HEALTH & SAFETY MONTH: Reducing the most common safety incidents in residential care
Falls remain one of the most frequent and serious safety incidents in residential care settings. For leaders attending the Care Forum, the implications go far beyond immediate injury. Falls can lead to hospital admission, loss of confidence, reduced mobility, safeguarding concerns and increased regulatory scrutiny. Prevention strategies are becoming more holistic: combining environmental design, assistive […]
Here’s what’s included in your Care Forum delegate itinerary – Can you afford not to be there?
Your free delegate place at the Care Forum awaits! This June event is designed for senior professionals who are looking to explore a diverse range of healthcare equipment, training and systems and connect with people in a highly focused and intimate environment. Key details: Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th June 2026 Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre London […]
March 2026 is Nurse Call Systems Month on Care Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and this March we’ll be focusing on Nurse Call Systems 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 […]
When the Wi-Fi dropped, everything else followed
By Adam James Abrahami MCP, MA, BA (Hons), CEO & Founder H2o Networks Adam James Abrahami has spent 26 years working alongside care homes and their technology. Here, he explores what really happens when systems fail and why the problem is rarely the technology itself. The below is written from the perspective of a care […]
CHARIS – Digital Nurse Call, Reimagined.
Syndora Alto is a UK-based healthcare technology provider specialising in digital nurse call and connected care solutions that help care homes, nursing homes, and healthcare facilities deliver safer, more efficient, and digitally enabled care. Our approach is rooted in simplicity, reliability, and real-world value, developing technology that works seamlessly in busy care environments and supports […]