The Welsh NHS Confederation and WCVA have published a joint explainer examining the importance of the voluntary sector’s role in health and care in Wales….
Read more...A Worcestershire care home has demonstrated its commitment to supporting people living with dementia by rallying behind a member of staff who completed a 10,000ft…
Read more...Care homes across the UK are being urged to activate their heatwave plans as the Met Office warns that temperatures could reach the mid-30s Celsius on Thursday, prompting concern for the wellbeing of older and vulnerable residents.
Read more...A new report examining the role of technology in supporting brain health has found that while public awareness of dementia prevention is rising, many people still lack the confidence and tools to act on it.
Read more...Residents and colleagues at a Black Isle care home are celebrating after winning dozens of prizes and two coveted trophies at two of the region’s leading summer shows.
Read more...Colleagues and residents from a Scottish provider of elderly and specialist care have collectively raised over £8,000 for Age Scotland after eight months of innovative fundraising activities.
Read more...A showstopping rendition of “Never Enough” from The Greatest Showman saw Macey Shaw crowned Homecare’s Got Talent (HCGT) 2026 champion at The Crescent Theatre in Birmingham…
Read more...Residents at Bowbridge Court Care Home in Newark brought a touch of tropical sunshine to their community this week with a Hawaiian-themed coffee morning.
Read more...George Gaterell enjoyed a live concert at Care for Veterans – a Royal Star & Garter Home, on Friday 7 August. He also received a special 100th birthday card from Their Majesties The King and Queen.
Read more...The Minister for Social Care, Alison McGovern MP, has written to local authorities across England urging them to fast-track access to care and support for people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND)…
Read more...A family-run care group has strengthened its specialist offering after two of its Homes transitioned to nursing home status, helping residents access higher levels of clinical support without having to move to a new care setting.
Read more...A team of colleagues from Heanton Nursing Home have raised an incredible £4,502 for Dementia UK after taking on a charity skydive.
Read more...Council leaders across England are being urged to unite behind calls for urgent national reform of adult social care, as new analysis reveals stark differences in what happens to people seeking care and support depending on where they live.
Read more...When Bill and Michelle heard about an opportunity to help shape a kids podcast with Made By Mortals CIC and Parkinson’s UK, they immediately wanted to get involved.
Read more...CareTrust REIT, the US-listed real estate investment trust, has significantly expanded its presence in the UK care sector after completing the acquisition of a 16-strong portfolio of care homes across England and Scotland…
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