Menopause Hormone Therapy Does not Appear to Impact Dementia Risk
A major review of prior research has found no evidence that menopause hormone therapy either increases or decreases dementia risk in post-menopausal women, in a…
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Adult Social Care
New Care Ratings System Shows Strong Performance Across Wales
Over 92% of care services in Wales have achieved high standards in the first seven months of a new ratings system being in place. Since…
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Care Leader Awarded OBE for Major Contributions to Adult Social Care and Age-Inclusive Living
Paavan Popat, CEO of TLC Group, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List for his contribution to adult social care, workforce…
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Kailash Manor Celebrates Three Years of Culture Centred Care in Hatch End
The party was in full swing as Kailash Manor marked its third birthday in style with a loud and lively party attended by residents, family…
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Runwood Homes Charity Raffle Raises £2,800 for Asthma & Lung UK and the MS Society
Runwood Homes has successfully raised £2,800 through its latest charity raffle, with proceeds to be divided equally between Asthma & Lung UK and the MS…
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Thousands of Hospital Bed Days Lost in Yorkshire Due to Lack of Social Care Capacity
Thousands of hospital bed days are being lost each year across Yorkshire because patients who are medically fit to leave hospital cannot be discharged due…
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WIN a £100 Marks & Spencer Voucher This Christmas
Are you ready to spread some Christmas cheer? The Carer is hosting a special festive competition to find the most beautifully decorated Christmas tree! HOW…
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Middle-Aged Men Lag Behind Younger Generations in Dementia Care Readiness
New research from Nationwide and Dementia UK reveals how middle-aged men feel much less prepared than younger generations about the prospect of looking after someone…
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TV’s Valerie Singleton Helps Dorset Care Home Residents ‘Wrap Up’
Former Blue Peter presenter Valerie Singleton OBE called in to help with a special festive activity at a Dorset care home. The TV personality led…
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Scottish Government Consults on Freedom of Information Extension for Care Providers
Private and third sector providers of residential care and home care services could soon face the same Freedom of Information obligations as their public sector…
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CQC To Continue To Lead On Programme Of Independent Care And Treatment Reviews
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced that the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has commissioned the regulator to continue leading the programme…
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Mental Health Bill Receives Royal Assent, Revolutionising Care
The new Mental Health Act has received Royal Assent, meaning it is now law, delivering on a key manifesto commitment. It will reform the outdated…
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Lifeways Unveils New Welcoming Hub At Hird Road In Bradford
Lifeways, the UK’s largest provider of support for people with complex needs in the community, has opened a new welcoming hub in Bradford designed to…
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Government Sets Out Adult Social Care Vision and £4.6bn Funding Boost
The government has published its adult social care priorities for local authorities, outlining a roadmap towards establishing a national care service alongside a commitment to…
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PM Voices Concern Over Derbyshire Care Home Closures
Sir Keir Starmer has expressed serious concerns following the announcement that eight care homes across Derbyshire face closure after a planned sale to a private…
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