Features
The Carer includes a number of regular editorial features, in addition to informative news items relevant to the industry.
For advertisers we aim to ensure that your message is delivered within the relevant editorial section to ensure the best possible response from our readers.
REGULAR FEATURES:
Catering for Care
- Best practices in meal planning and nutrition for elderly residents
- Innovative dietary solutions, including special diets (e.g., low-sodium, pureed foods)
- Spotlight on local suppliers and sustainable sourcing options
Cleaning, Hygiene & Infection Control
- Latest cleaning and hygiene protocols for care facilities
- Infection control best practices, especially post-pandemic innovations
- Product showcases for cleaning and hygiene solutions
Dementia Care
- Effective dementia care approaches and therapies
- Environmental adaptations to support dementia patients
- Research-based strategies for engaging and supporting those with dementia
Education & Training
- Updates on mandatory and optional training for care staff
- Emerging trends in care-focused professional development
- Spotlights on new certifications, qualifications, and training platforms
Furniture & Furnishings
- Ergonomic and adaptable furniture for residential care environments
- Stylish yet functional design trends suited for care facilities
- Case studies on transforming spaces for comfort and functionality
Laundry Solutions
- Efficient laundry systems and technology for high-volume care settings
- Hygiene standards for laundry services in care homes
- Sustainability options in linen and laundry care
Nurse Call, Falls Prevention, & Monitoring
- Innovations in nurse call systems and patient monitoring
- Fall prevention strategies and tools
- Case studies on improved safety and response times in care facilities
Property, Finance & Professional Services
- Financial management and budget optimization for care facilities
- Real estate trends impacting care home expansion or renovation
- Legal and compliance updates relevant to care home operations
Recruitment
- Trends in healthcare recruitment and retention
- Best practices for hiring, onboarding, and supporting care staff
- Career development and mentorship opportunities within the sector
Technology & Software
- Latest technology solutions for patient care and operational management
- EHRs, care planning, and workflow automation tools for care homes
- Data privacy and cybersecurity considerations for patient data
GUEST FEATURES:
The upcoming guest features are as follows:
GUEST FEATURES 2025:
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MAR/APR 2025
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MAY/JUN 2025
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JUL/AUG 2025
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SEP/OCT 2025
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NOV/DEC 2025
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The 2025 Features List is also available to download in PDF format. Please click here.
FEATURE SYNOPSIS:
Accessible Bathing
Solutions for safe, accessible bathing, focusing on equipment, grab rails, and adaptive bathroom design.
Afternoon Tea Week
Covering activities and catering and hydration options to keep residents refreshed and entertained during Afternoon Tea Week and beyond.
Assistive Technology
Covers technology aids for communication, mobility, and daily living, including wearables and alert systems.
Care Home Insurance
Covers insurance policies, liability coverage, and risk management strategies specific to care facilities.
Continence Care
Products and protocols for incontinence management, including wearable technology and staff training.
Cyber Security
Cybersecurity measures for protecting patient data, including compliance, access control, and staff training.
Dysphagia & Nutrition
Approaches for managing swallowing difficulties, including diet modifications and hydration aids.
Energy Solutions
Energy efficiency in care settings, covering cost-saving measures and sustainable practices, like renewable energy options and energy management systems.
Fire Safety
Covers fire safety protocols, equipment, training, and emergency planning specific to care facilities.
Floors & Floorcoverings
Focus on safe, hygienic, and resilient flooring options for high-traffic areas in care facilities.
Interactive Entertainment
Focus on engaging activities and entertainment for residents, including virtual reality, music therapy, and art programs.
Kitchen Design & Equipment
Efficient kitchen layouts and equipment solutions tailored to meet the dietary and volume needs of care facilities.
Lighting Solutions
Focus on lighting designs that support resident comfort, fall prevention, and day-night cycles for patients with dementia.
Medical Aids
Reviews assistive devices for daily living and mobility, from walkers to adaptive utensils.
Medication Management
Technologies, policies, and practices for safe and efficient medication administration, including electronic medication records.
Nutrition and Hydration
Addresses standards and solutions for maintaining hydration and nutrition, covering assistive eating devices, water stations, and hydration tracking.
Odour Control
Odour management systems and practices to maintain a comfortable living environment for residents.
Outdoor Spaces
Highlights accessible and therapeutic garden designs, sensory gardens, and outdoor furniture.
Patient Handling & Moving
Covers safe handling and lifting equipment, such as hoists and slings, to ensure patient and staff safety.
Payroll Solutions
Payroll management systems tailored for large staff rosters and varying shift patterns in care facilities.
Pressure Care
Prevention of pressure sores, including specialized beds, cushions, and proactive monitoring solutions.
Sensory Care
Approaches and equipment to support sensory needs, beneficial for residents with dementia or sensory processing issues.
Uniforms & Workwear
Focus on functional, comfortable, and hygienic workwear designed for care staff.
Waste Management
Environmentally friendly waste disposal methods, focusing on biohazard management and recycling.
