Nine Services Transfer In Major Norfolk Care Deal
Radis Community Care has taken over nine extra care services across Norfolk, supporting a further 380 members of the community and strengthens local workforce.
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Care Homes and Schools Unite to Help Children Talk About Dementia
Care homes across England are welcoming local schoolchildren through their doors and taking residents and staff into classrooms, as part of the national launch of ‘The Books on Grandpa’s Shelf’, a new illustrated children’s book…
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£550 “Ambitious Growth” Pipeline for Dunham Care
Dunham Care, the McGoff Group’s care home platform, has outlined an ambitious growth pipeline representing approximately £550 million of development opportunities across England, bringing together decades of experience in care…
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Horsing Around At Stratton Court As Four Legged Visitor Steals The Show
Residents at Stratton Court Care Home in Cirencester were treated to a rather unusual visitor recently, when Daisy, a miniature therapy pony from Dinky Ponies, trotted into the home to deliver a little happiness, and a lot of horse-power.
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Government Confirms ‘Mansion Tax’ Exemption For Care Homes
The government has confirmed that care homes will receive a full exemption from the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) which is set to come into force in April 2028, according to Care England.
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Put Nutrition and Hydration at the Heart of Prospective National Care Service Government urged
At the start of this year’s National Meals on Wheels Week (2-6 November 2026), the National Association of Care Catering (NACC), supported by other care…
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Peers Debate New Legal Right To Keep Care Home Residents Connected To Loved Ones
Care home residents and hospital patients could gain a legal right to nominate a relative or friend to support them in person, under an amendment to the Health Bill now before Parliament. The measure is intended to ensure no one relying on health…
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Hugh Myddelton Care Home Wins Gold In Enfield In Bloom 2026!
Hugh Myddelton Care House in Southgate has been awarded Gold in the “Best Communal Gardens” category at the Enfield in Bloom 2026 competition. The awards celebration took place at…
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NIHR Backed Trial Could Cut Years Off Alzheimer’s Treatment Search
The NIHR is backing a first-of-its-kind UK clinical trial that could cut years off the search for effective Alzheimer’s treatments.
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Gillingham Care Home Team Walks 30 Miles For Dementia Charities
Staff, residents and relatives at a Gillingham care home walked 30 miles to raise nearly £500 for two charities supporting people living with dementia. The team at Fern Brook Lodge, which provides residential…
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Care Providers and MPs Warn Settlement Overhaul Could Repeat Windrush-Style Harm
Care England, the Society of Radiographers and a cross-party group of MPs have called on ministers to abandon plans to lengthen the route to permanent settlement for migrants, warning the changes could echo the Windrush scandal and damage an already stretched workforce.
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Country Cousins Helps Bring St Peter’s Hospital Wellbeing Garden Back To Life
Country Cousins has joined forces with Barchester Healthcare to help restore the wellbeing garden at St Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey, creating a welcoming outdoor space for hospital staff and visitors to enjoy.
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Husband and Wife Duo Take Top Honours in Spellman Care’s October Extra Mile Awards
Family-run care group Spellman Care has announced the winners of its October Extra Mile Awards (EMAs), marking an exceptional month of achievements across its four nursing and care homes in North and West Yorkshire. October’s awards presented a series of unique milestones that perfectly reflect the group’s family-led ethos and person-led culture.
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Cambridge Health Group Acquires Cornerstone Healthcare in £71 million Deal
Cambridge Health Group, a specialist healthcare provider operating in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and wholly owned by Amanat Holdings, a Dubai-listed owner of healthcare and education businesses in the GCC, has acquired 100% of Cornerstone Healthcare…
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Coupar Angus Care Home First in Scotland to Trial RCN Initiative
Residents and team members at Coupar Angus Care Home part of Scottish provider BCG, were full of excitement last week, 22 October, as they hosted…
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