Care Resident Eleanor Celebrates Milestone 105th Birthday
At Sanctuary Care’s Lake View Residential Care Home in Telford, resident Eleanor Devey celebrated the incredible milestone of her 105th birthday.
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Record Number of Patients Wait on Trolleys in England’s A&E, Overcrowding Remains Widespread
The latest Emergency Department (ED) performance figures from NHS England, covering July 2026, show that last month was the worst July on record for 12-hour waits…
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Astronomy Expert Brings Solar Eclipse to Life for Telford Hall Residents
Residents at Telford Hall Care Home in Lawley Village had their own astronomy expert on hand to explain the science and spectacle of the solar eclipse.
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Hospice Deficits Have More Than Doubled In A Year
Hospices across England ended the last financial year with a collective deficit of more than £70 million – more than double the previous year* – as rising costs and stagnant funding force services to make difficult decisions about care.
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Residents Driving Positive Changes In Social Care Across Wokingham Borough
Residents across Wokingham Borough are playing an active role in shaping the future of adult social care, helping influence local services, strengthen community connections and raise awareness of the support available in their communities, according to an annual Social Care Future update.
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Met Office Issues Heat Warning as Temperatures Set to Hit Mid-30s: Care Homes Urged to Prepare for Thursday Peak
Care homes across the UK are being urged to activate their heatwave plans as the Met Office warns that temperatures could reach the mid-30s Celsius on Thursday, prompting concern for the wellbeing of older and vulnerable residents.
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New Report Explores How Technology Could Help Unlock Dementia Prevention
A new report examining the role of technology in supporting brain health has found that while public awareness of dementia prevention is rising, many people still lack the confidence and tools to act on it.
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35% Increase in Care Sector Degree Apprenticeships at UK’s Top Universities Despite Funding Cuts
A new study today reveals a 35% uplift in care sector degree apprenticeships at the UK’s Top 100 universities in the last two years, despite government funding cuts earlier this year…
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Bloomin’ Marvellous! Care Home Celebrates Gardening Success
Residents and colleagues at a Black Isle care home are celebrating after winning dozens of prizes and two coveted trophies at two of the region’s leading summer shows.
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Care Home Colleagues and Residents Raise Thousands for Age Scotland
Colleagues and residents from a Scottish provider of elderly and specialist care have collectively raised over £8,000 for Age Scotland after eight months of innovative fundraising activities.
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The Greatest Show: Homecare’s Got Talent Crowns Its 2026 Champion
A showstopping rendition of “Never Enough” from The Greatest Showman saw Macey Shaw crowned Homecare’s Got Talent (HCGT) 2026 champion at The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham…
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Bowbridge Court Residents Bring a Taste of Hawaii to Newark with Tropical-Themed Coffee Morning
Residents at Bowbridge Court Care Home in Newark brought a touch of tropical sunshine to their community this week with a Hawaiian-themed coffee morning.
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WWII Soldier Celebrates 100th Birthday at Worthing Care Home
George Gaterell enjoyed a live concert at Care for Veterans – a Royal Star & Garter Home, on Friday 7 August. He also received a special 100th birthday card from Their Majesties The King and Queen.
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Minister Writes To Councils Urging Faster Access To Care For People With Motor Neurone Disease
The Minister for Social Care, Alison McGovern MP, has written to local authorities across England urging them to fast-track access to care and support for people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND)…
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Kent Care Group Expands Nursing Provision to Meet Rising Local Demand and Support Residents’ Changing Needs
A family-run care group has strengthened its specialist offering after two of its Homes transitioned to nursing home status, helping residents access higher levels of clinical support without having to move to a new care setting.
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