A London School of Economics-led commission has called on the government to introduce a Dilnot-style cap on care costs of £75,000, and to put 1p on income tax, national insurance
Read more...A survey commissioned to mark the Local Elections by Dimensions UK, one of the largest not-for-profit providers of support for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs
Read more...Residents of Alsager based care home, Twyford House, are enjoying increased happiness and wellbeing thanks to a specially designed activities campaign rolled out by the team.
Read more...Staff at Royal Star & Garter in Surbiton have enjoyed a week of treats, pampering and a lot of TLC.
They relaxed with meditation, mindfulness, tai chi, Indian head massage and reiki sessions
Read more...The Government should not be allowed to put money ahead of the quality of life of millions of older and vulnerable people who cannot get the care they need, campaigners said today.
Read more...NCF are proud to announce the launch of our NCF Kickstart Scheme to support members to access the Department for Work and Pensions Kickstart Scheme. The NCF Kickstart Scheme
Read more...The recruitment team at Barchester Healthcare has been named Best Recruiter at the 2020 LaingBuisson Awards. The awards celebrate businesses that set new standards within their industries
Read more...Residents at Hugh Myddelton House in Southgate went loco celebrating Cinco de Mayo which takes place on 5th May every year.
Read more...Senior living specialist Charterpoint has secured planning permission for a 73-bed residential care home in Thurnby, Leicestershire.
Read more...West End Actress Ruthie Henshall has said it is still a “postcode lottery” if families can see their loved ones in care homes.
The government announced earlier this week that residents
Read more...Ashcombe House Care home in Basingstoke has presented a cheque to a local youngster Oliver, to fulfil his dreams to own a bespoke red trike. Residents at the home read about Oliver’s story
Read more...New figures reveal the dire state of England’s social care sector before the pandemic, with more people requesting support but fewer getting the help they needed. The data puts further pressure
Read more...Government guidance on care home visits must be supported in law to protect the rights of residents and their families, according to a report.
Read more...Residents at Royal Star & Garter have raised money for the charity by taking part in a series of challenges over the early May bank holiday weekend, inspired by NHS hero Captain Sir Tom Moore.
Read more...A man who served as a wireless operator during World War II has celebrated his 101st birthday at a care home in Shoreham-by-Sea.
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