Lend a Hand-Age UK Spearheads Combat Loneliness Campaign
Age UK is marking this year’s Loneliness Awareness Week (10th-16th June) by raising awareness of loneliness and isolation in later life, as well as sharing…
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Healthcare
NHS Leaders Facing “Drastic Measures” To Make Ends Meet
Health leaders in England are calling on the next government to protect local NHS organisations from having to further cut staffing levels to make ends…
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Unpaid Care Has A Huge Impact On Mental Health Landmark Europe-Wide Study Has Shown
Research conducted by Eurocare has examined unpaid care provided by people of all ages across Europe. It was carried out by University College London and…
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What Providers Need to Know About the Duty of Candour
By Anna Fee, Senior Associate Solicitor, RWK Goodman The Department of Health and Social Care (“DHSC”) is currently reviewing the statutory duty of candour and…
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The Maples Care Home Raises Thousands At Trek26 For Alzheimer’s
The team at The Maples Care Home has raised £2,000 for Alzheimer’s research through its participation in the Trek26 event. The Trek26 event, organized by…
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APPG And Peers Launch Report Calling For A New National Carers Strategy
A cross-party group of MPs and Peers have launched a new report calling on all political parties to commit to developing a new and ambitious National Carers…
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From Drug Discovery to Treatment to Care: The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show 2024
Now in its 11th year, The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show is the UK’s leading event for care providers, healthcare professionals, families and carers. This is…
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Never Lose Hope: Anita Harris’ Song Tribute To Late Husband
Legendary singer and actress Anita Harris has released her most poignant song yet, to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK in memory of her late…
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Post-Pandemic, People In The UK Are Living Longer, Healthier And Richer Lives Report Reveals
New findings by the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC) reveal that since 2019, the UK is simply treading water when it comes to healthy ageing….
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The Care Allowance Has Been An Absolute Disaster; Sir Ed Davey Says
On a recent Voices of Care podcast – a channel dedicated to celebrating the health and social care sector – Sir Ed Davey, leader of…
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Jersey To Become £2m Island Testbed For Health And Care Technologies
The Government of Jersey, through Impact Jersey, is awarding up to £2 million to technologies that can transform the lives of Jersey’s rapidly ageing population….
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Rotherwood Healthcare’s Triple Triumph at The Care Home Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare is thrilled to share its remarkable success at The Care Home Awards 2024, where it clinched three significant accolades: ‘Best for Staff Recruitment…
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WEC Calls On Government To Investigate Why Eligible People Are Not On The Learning Disability Register
The Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) is calling for an investigation into why eligible people are not on the Learning Disability Register. The Register entitles…
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NHS Confederation Responds To Confirmed Date For General Election
As the political parties begin their official campaigning and citizens prepare to cast their votes, the membership body for the NHS is calling on the…
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Growing Healthcare Contracting Workforce Means More are at Risk of Tax Fraud Schemes
Healthcare contractors are at financial risk from fraudulent activity in the outsourced payroll sector, warns Martin Innes, the newest board member at the Payroll Compliance…
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