Knutsford Care Home Strikes the Right Chord with Music Festival
A care home in Knutsford hit all the right notes as it opened its doors for a day of music, food and festival vibes.
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Care Homes
LGA Urges Locally Led Approach to Adult Social Care Reform
The Local Government Association (LGA) has called for councils to remain at the heart of adult social care reform, arguing that lasting change should be nationally…
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Newport Pagnell Home Makes Use Of Unused Space To Open Bar For Residents
A Newport Pagnell home has utilised some unused space in the home and converted it into a bar for residents.
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Alzheimer’s Research Takes its call for Greater Investment to Westminster
Alzheimer’s Research UK has taken its campaign for greater investment in dementia research directly to Westminster, hosting a major parliamentary event that brought together MPs…
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Resident Inspires Others through Japanese Martial Arts Sessions
St George’s Court Care Home resident Michael has been inspiring fellow residents by leading weekly Bujutsu Kai classes, sharing a passion he has enjoyed for more than 30 years.
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Thousands More Vulnerable Adults to Be Offered RSV Vaccine to Prevent Serious Lung Infection
Thousands more people including those in residential care at risk from a virus which causes pneumonia and other serious lung infections will be able to get vital protection on the NHS this winter.
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Fall Risks: Supporting the Care of Those Living with Dementia with Lyra Multi
Geraldine McMurdie, Dementia Specialist at Quality Compliance Systems (QCS), discusses the links between dementia and falls…
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Local “Much-Loved” Carer Celebrates 25 Years Of Service With The Cedars Care Home Bourne
One member of the amazing care team at The Cedars in Bourne has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 25 years.
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Residents Lead Generous Foodbank Donation Effort at Maris View
Residents, staff, and friends of Maris View care home came together to donate to Eastbourne Foodbank, who provide food, essential items, and other vital services to people in the area.
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Councils Warn Of £7bn Funding Black Hole Threatening Local Services In Three Years
Councils in England are facing a £7 billion funding black hole within three years opening up a gap so large it is more than the current council spend on roads…
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Care Home Rolls Out The Red Carpet For Silver Screen Fans
A Liphook care home is helping older film fans and their carers enjoy a ‘reel’ treat by offering free tickets to a local cinema’s dedicated programme for older people in the community.
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Agincare Assumes Operation of Three Care Homes In Richmond
Independent care provider Agincare has officially commenced operations at three care homes in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, marking the beginning of a new partnership with the local authority from 1 July.
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Royal Navy Charity’s Care Home Achieves Top Accreditation Following Transformational Dementia Care Culture Programme
A specialist veteran care home in Portsmouth has completed a comprehensive cultural change programme, formally recognising its commitment to meaningful dementia care.
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The UK Requires 139,000 New Care Home Beds By 2036, Increasing Current Supply By C. 30%
New research from Savills shows that the UK care home development market is entering a new phase of demand-led growth, as demographic pressures intensify and the need for new beds becomes increasingly acute.
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“Just Try My Best And Stay Active” Says Resident At Oadby Home Who Celebrates 105th Birthday
A resident living at a Oadby home who celebrated his 105th birthday says the secret to a long life is to stay active.
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