Human-led service still preferred despite rise of tech in care home environments
Although technology is seen as a potential enhancement to care, an the overwhelming majority of respondents prioritise human-led interactions in care environments, according to new research. A survey conducted by Caterplus obtained insight into the attitudes and preferences of 3,000 respondents, aged between 45 and 75, who may or may not already be living in care home and retirement […]
SAVE THE DATE: Care Forum – June 2025
Don’t worry if you couldn’t make it to this year’s Care Forum – the essential platform for you to connect with care industry suppliers who can help you with current project requirements will be back in June next year! In addition to 1-2-1 meetings with suppliers, your pass also includes overnight accommodation, all meals, refreshments and […]
November is Catering Equipment Month on Care Briefing: here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in November we’ll be focusing on Catering 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 Catering Equipment […]
How we solve the care sector’s staffing crisis by investing in our people
In the wake of the 2024 annual State of Adult Social Care report, Paul O’Rourke, Managing Director of Next Stage, emphasises the crucial need to address high staff turnover in the adult social care industry to invest in both individual employees and improve the quality of care they provide… In a sector where continuity of care […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Attis Insurance Brokers – Insurance for the Care Sector
Attis Insurance Brokers provides the correct insurance. The benefits of using Attis Insurance Brokers is the availability of Attis Care. Attis Care is about offering ‘additional support’ for its clients. Helping our clients with risks that not only can affect the business but also insurance premiums. Backed by a care professional with 18 years of […]
Last chance to register for next month’s Care Forum!
The Care Forum takes place on the 4th-5th November in Manchester – will you 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 other professionals, and meetings with top suppliers. We’ll […]
Enhancing Food Safety Standards in Care Homes: A real-life example of success
By Navitas Safety In care homes, maintaining the highest level of food safety is critical for the health and well-being of residents. With stringent regulations from the Food Safety Act 1990 and oversight from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and local authorities, care homes must stay proactive to avoid food safety violations, which can lead […]
5 Minutes With… William Langston, Managing Director & Founder at WLEnvironmental
In the latest instalment of our care industry executive interview series we spoke to William Langston, Managing Director & Founder of WLEnvironmental and a Registered Environmental Health Officer, about the importance of managing noise levels in the care home setting, creating noise management strategies, the process of dealing with any complaints that do arise and […]
Revealed: The products & solutions care homes groups are buying for their 2025 projects
Training, Health & safety and Recruitment are topping the list of solutions the UK’s care home procurement professionals are sourcing in 2025, according to our exclusive research. The findings have been revealed ahead of next month’s Care Forum in Manchester and are based on delegate requirements. Delegates registering to attend were asked which areas they […]
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 […]