NIHR Increases Payment Rates for Public Involvement in Research
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has announced a 10% increase in payment rates for public involvement in research, effective from 16…
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Longest Serving Head Office Colleague At Nation’s Largest Care Provider Marks 35-Year Work Anniversary
A staff member working at the head office for the nation’s largest care provider has marked her 35-year work anniversary. Fiona Dennis started working for…
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Health And Social Care Businesses Build Cash Buffers But Double Down On AI Investment Plans
The Barclays Business Prosperity Index report, combining external research of 500 business leaders and anonymised client data of around 35k UK businesses in health and social care looking back on Q3 and ahead to the future, reveals: Prior to…
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Experienced New Home Manager Joins Kilburn Care Home
Kathleen Townsend has been appointed as manager of Kilburn Care Home in Kilburn, near Belper, part of Aurem Care. Kat brings more than a decade…
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Guide Lane Care Home Celebrates Community Spirit as Laundry Assistant Leads Successful Christmas Toy Appeal
Colleagues and residents at HC-One’s Guide Lane Care Home in Audenshaw, Manchester, are celebrating the incredible efforts of Laundry Assistant Tracey Simpson, who has spearheaded…
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Corridor Care Should Be Eradicated, Not Just Mitigated, Says RCN
The RCN is urging the Westminster government and NHS leaders to eradicate corridor care, not just mitigate its impacts, as the updated NHS England (NHSE)…
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Derbyshire Care Home Opens Specialist ‘Reconnect’ Mental Health Community For Older People
Eckington Court Nursing Home in Derbyshire, part of Orchard Care Homes has opened a Reconnect Mental Health Care Community, providing specialist support for people aged…
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Scottish Care Calls for Balanced Approach to Winter Restrictions in Care Homes
As winter approaches and respiratory illnesses increase across Scotland, health boards are beginning to reintroduce visiting restrictions and mask requirements in hospitals and healthcare facilities….
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“Inspirational” Couple Mark 40 Years With Hampers For 800 Care Heroes
An “inspirational” couple have given festive hampers to more than 800 staff as their pioneering care organisation marked its 40th anniversary in style. Founders Mario…
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1.5 Million Older People Will Be Eating Dinner Alone On Christmas Day
More than 1.5 million older people across the UK will spend Christmas alone, according to charity Age UK. Polling of more than 2,600 people aged…
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Celebrations At Croydon Home As Care Assistant Marks 20-Year Service
A care assistant working at a Croydon home has been recognised for her 20 years’ service by the home. Pennina Jessica Assime started working at…
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“‘There’s a Lot of Love Here’: The Mill House Care Home Celebrates New Garden Rooms and National Accreditation
The Mill House Care Home in Kington officially unveiled its eight new luxury Garden Rooms at a festive launch event on Thursday 11th December, welcoming…
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A Wish Come True: Billingham Care Home Resident Skates Again After Decades
Residents from Green Lodge Care Home experienced an unforgettable day after taking to the ice at Billingham Forum last week – fulfilling lifelong dreams, rekindling…
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New Partnership To Explore The Role Of AI In Mental Health Services
The NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network has announced a new initiative to explore the safe and effective adoption of artificial intelligence across mental health services,…
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Former RAF Serviceman Enjoys Special Veterans’ Lunch at Brize Norton
A care home resident who served in the RAF’s search and rescue team has experienced a memorable day out after being invited to a Veterans’…
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