Time to Put Social Care at the Heart of National Debate Provider Says
A leading care provider is calling for social care to be placed “at the heart of a national debate” ahead of the local elections, warning…
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At-Home Blood Test and Brain Testing Could Screen People for Dementia Risk
A finger prick blood test combined with online brain testing – all done from home – could one day effectively identify people’s risk of developing…
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Build ‘Coalitions Of The Willing’ To Drive Innovation Zones, Analysis Urges
Innovation zones should be built through a ‘coalition of the willing’ who can agree priorities, pool budgets and resources, and share implementation support to improve…
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Staff Wellbeing Must Be a Priority for the Next Scottish Government RCN Says
Nursing absence rates in Scotland’s NHS are hitting critical levels and current workforce planning provisions are increasingly inadequate to deal with the gaps in the…
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‘The Chase’ Celebrity Hosts Care Home Quiz Night for Charity
Residents, families and staff at Sanctuary Care’s Iffley Residential and Nursing Home enjoyed a night to remember last week as the home hosted a lively,…
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Key Target Hit with 8,500 Extra Mental Health Workers in the NHS
People across England will benefit from faster and better mental health support with 8,500 additional mental health workers recruited since the end of June 2024,…
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Hythe Community Comes Together to Give Local Dementia Carers a Day Off
Two local women who spend every day caring for their husbands, both living with dementia, were treated to a sun-filled afternoon of lunch, flowers, and…
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Double Accolade for Local Care Home Grove Court
Grove Court in Woodbridge, Suffolk, has two big reasons to celebrate! It has achieved a perfect 10 on Carehome.co.uk, the highest achievable review score and…
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Call for National Campaign to Tackle Dementia Risk Gains Momentum
A leading dementia research charity has called on the UK Government to introduce a nationwide public health campaign aimed at reducing the risk of dementia,…
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Angus Nurse Wins Care Home Nurse of the Year Award
Scottish care home providers, BCG, is celebrating one of its very special nurses, after she has been recognised as the very best in the country…
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Love of the Profession Sees Oakland Care Staff Clock Up 150 Years of Loyal Service in Hastings
Staff at Oakland Care’s home in Hastings are celebrating more than 150 years of caring for the town’s residents. 17 members of the team at…
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Nottinghamshire Care Home Welcomes Vicky McClure’s ‘Dementia Choir’ for Uplifting Musical Event
Residents from across a Nottinghamshire care group came together for a special event celebrating the power of music in dementia care, with a visit from…
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1,001 Care Residents Reveal Britain’s Perfect Cuppa for Time for a Cuppa Week
Strong, black, properly brewed and best enjoyed first thing in the morning – that’s the verdict from 1,001 care residents across the Midlands, who have…
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Orchard Care Homes Evolves into Orchard Healthcare Group
Orchard Care Homes has rebranded to Orchard Healthcare Group bringing its residential, nursing and specialist services under one clear, modern brand identity The organisation said…
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1,000 NHS Staff Call Martha’s Rule Helplines In First 18 Months
More than 1,000 NHS staff across England have used Martha’s Rule helplines to help identify rapid deterioration of a patient’s condition in the first 18…
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