New Milton Care Home Awarded Prestigious Platinum Accreditation In Dementia Care
A New Milton-based care home has been awarded a platinum accreditation in dementia care, ranking in the top 1% nationally.
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Adult Social Care
‘Not A Dry Eye In The House’: Care Home Resident’s Opera Wish Comes True At 89
An 89-year-old care home resident with a background in operatic and classical singing took the chance to perform live with an award-winning tenor 63 years younger than him.
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Government Sets Out Ambitious Plans to Improve Dementia Care, Diagnosis and Research
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving dementia care, diagnosis and research, outlining a series of measures designed to enhance support for people living…
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Historic Hendon Hall Brings 1966 World Cup Spirit to Care Home Open Week
Residents at Signature at Hendon Hall – the former hotel where England’s 1966 World Cup squad stayed – welcomed guests for a special screening event celebrating England’s historic victory as part of this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations.
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Focus on How Care Is Funded, Government Urged
Care Sector Leaders have urged the government to focus on how the social care sector is funded rather than the “structures sitting above it,” amid…
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Brunelcare Celebrates Volunteers’ Week and Honours Couple with 25 Years of Service
Brunelcare, the Bristol-based charity celebrating 85 years of supporting older people in the Southwest, is marking Volunteers’ Week 2026 by recognising the invaluable contribution of…
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Brampton Manor Picks a Winner at the British Racing School
Residents from Brampton Manor, part of Boutique Care Homes, were treated to a truly special day out on Friday 22 May, when they were invited to judge and select the winner of the Best Turned Out Parade at the British Racing School in Newmarket.
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CQC Sets Out Priorities to Increase Assessments and Address Aged Ratings
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has set out detailed priorities for the delivery of increased assessments across health and social care, with the regulator confirming…
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Glasgow Care Home Colleagues Take to the Skies for Parkinson’s UK
Residents of a local care home enjoyed a day with a difference last week, as they watched two team members jump out of a plane…
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‘The Biggest Rollback Of Disability Rights In A Generation’ – Charities Respond To Supreme Court Ruling
National charities Mencap, Mind, and the National Autistic Society have reacted with alarm to yesterday’s (June 2) Supreme Court ruling that removes the framework known…
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Have Your Say: Christie & Co Wants to Hear From You
If you own or operate a care business in the UK, Christie & Co would like to invite you to complete a short, anonymous sentiment…
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The UK’s National Advance Care Plan Day, 2026
The UK’s National Advance Care Planning Day highlights the importance of Advance Care Planning, Advance Care Plans and sensitive conversations. This year’s theme is Supporting…
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FoNS Report Highlights Benefits of Investing in Nursing Leadership and Wellbeing
The Foundation of Nursing Studies (FoNS) has published its first Impact Report, Measuring What Matters, demonstrating how investment in person-centred cultures, leadership development and workforce…
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Derbyshire Care Home Hosts Community Flower Show for Residents and the Local Community
A care home in Derbyshire welcomed members of the local community for a spring flower show, bringing residents, families, staff and visitors together for an…
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Summit Care Group Announces Acquisition of Herncliffe Nursing Home
Care provider, Summit Care Group, has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Herncliffe Nursing Home located in Keighley, West Yorkshire. Established in 2024, Summit…
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