Join the care home sector’s leading lights at the Care Forum this November
Can you or a colleague attend the Care Forum on the 4th-5th November in Manchester? It’s less than 10 weeks away and you’ll 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 […]
Hospital at Home usage increases in Scotland
The number of patients using Hospital at Home in Scotland rose by almost a quarter last year, it has been revealed, as funding allocations for NHS boards were announced. A total of 13 local healthcare providers have been allocated a share of £3.6 million for Hospital at Home for older people to help ease pressure […]
New research points to disparity between home costs and level of care
Outsourcing care homes has compromised the accessibility and quality of care for the most vulnerable, particularly in areas of greatest deprivation, according to new research led by the Department of Social Policy and Intervention at Oxford University and funded by the Nuffield Foundation. The results, published in BMJ Public Health, raise questions about the role […]
How to Find the Best Dementia Care Service Providers For Your Residents’ Well-Being
Dementia care service providers for care homes play a vital role in ensuring residents living with dementia receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality support. Choosing the right partners is essential for delivering care that is tailored, consistent, and responsive to the complex and evolving needs of each individual. Senior care home professionals need to take a […]
If you specialise in Pressure Care Products 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 September we’ll be focusing on Pressure Care. 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 Pressure Care […]
Nutrition, wellbeing and communication top care service complaints in Scotland
Scotland’s Care Inspectorate has published an in-depth report on complaints about care services in the country, with overall complaints down slightly year-on-year. The report covers complaints received and investigated between April 2019 and March 2024, and focuses in particular on the most recent year, 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024. The statistics show the […]
Dementia Care Needs: Core and Additional Services Residents May Require
Providing high-quality care solutions is essential for supporting the growing number of people living with dementia care needs in UK residential homes. Effective dementia care focuses on creating safe, supportive environments that promote dignity, independence, and well-being. By combining person-centred care with specialist training, appropriate environments, and tailored support services, care homes can significantly improve […]
The Simon Trust assisted living charity receives three wheel support from Jorvik Tricycles
Tricycle manufacturer Jorvik Tricycles has donated two non-electric tricycles to Surrey based charity, The Simon Trust, for use at its assisted living facility, Linden Farm. The donation to the specialist charity supports the independent living of residents and aligns with the company’s ambitions to make cycling accessible for people of all abilities. Jorvik Tricycles Founder and […]
Registration is open for November’s Care Forum – Now is the time to book!
Don’t let your summer getaway get in the way of industry networking, learning and connection building this October at the Care Forum – you can register now for peace of mind! This unique event will give you the opportunity to meet with new suppliers who can help with your upcoming plans and projects – Secure your free […]
Infection Control Solutions in Care Homes: Working with an ICS to Keep Residents and Staff Safe
Infection control solutions in care home settings are essential for protecting vulnerable residents and maintaining safe, compliant environments. Senior care home management professionals carry a paramount responsibility for resident wellbeing, and working closely with infection control specialists (ICS) is one of the most effective ways to reduce risks, prevent outbreaks, and strengthen day-to-day safety practices. […]