Risks to Workers from Extreme Heat Must Be Managed
Employers need to act now to make sure their workers are protected as a heat health alert has been issued for parts of the country until Tuesday 23 June.
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Social Care
Royal London Asset Management Commits £35 million into the Healthcare Sector
Royal London Asset Management has committed to forward-fund two purpose-built elderly care homes in the South East of England, comprising a total of 146 beds, as part of its expanding investment in UK healthcare infrastructure.
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Community Charity Thanks Care Home Residents For ‘Amazing’ Fundraising
A community food store in Dorset that feeds dozens of people in need each week has thanked residents, families, friends and staff at a nearby care home for raising more than £4,400 to help its work.
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Care Providers Urged to Prepare as Amber Heat Alert Issued
Care homes across the south and east of England are being urged to step up heat-protection measures as forecasters warn of a fast-developing heatwave, with amber heat-health alerts now in force.
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Loneliness Roadshow Arrived in Doncaster, to Mark the new ADASS Presidency of Phil Holmes
A loneliness ‘roadshow’ event took place at the EcoPower Stadium at Doncaster Rovers Football Ground, on Thursday 11 June.
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MPs Quiz Baroness Casey and Minister on “Creation” of National Care Service
The possible creation of a National Care Service will be examined by the Health and Social Care Committee, as MPs question Baroness Casey, Care Minister Stephen Kinnock and senior officials.
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Fettes College Pupils Bring Joy to Scottish Care Home
Residents of an Edinburgh care home have spoken warmly about the benefits of interacting with pupils from one of Scotland’s top independent schools.
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Care Home Worker Does 12 Mile Walk For Charity
Deputy Manager at Boroughbridge Manor in Boroughbridge has taken part in a 12 mile walk to raise money for St. Leonard’s Hospice, York.
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UK Healthcare Real Estate Transactions Hit Record £11.3bn in 2025
Healthcare real estate transactions in the UK reached a record £11.3 billion in 2025, according to global property adviser Knight Frank, approximately four and a half times the historic five-year average and the highest annual volume recorded since 2012.
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Telford College Students Make Lasting Memories During Placement At Local Care Home
Students from Telford College have been praised for their kindness, enthusiasm and professionalism after completing a successful placement at the town’s Telford Hall Care Home.
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Wandsworth Care Home Hosts Mayor and Launch Event for Care Home Open Week
On Monday 15 June, Wandsworth Common Care Home welcomed residents, guests and community leaders for the launch of Care Home Open Week 2026, held in partnership with Championing Social Care and attended by the Mayor of Wandsworth, Councillor Emmeline Owens.
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Charity Trustee Receives King’s Birthday Honours For Supporting Veterans
A former charity trustee has received a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours, published on 13 June, in recognition of his work supporting the Armed Forces community.
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Care Home Open Week Launches with A World Cup Theme
Leaders from across the care sector gathered on Monday 15th June to mark the start of Care Home Open Week 2026.
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Airth Care Home Brings Generations Together for World Cup Street Party
Residents, families, and the wider Airth community came together on Saturday 13 June for a spectacular World Cup Street Party hosted by Meallmore-operated Airthrey Care Home.
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Not Long To Go Now Until The Care & Occupational Therapy Show on the 23rd June! Don’t Miss Out.
On 23rd June, The Care & Occupational Therapy Show returns as a vital meeting point for professionals across the sector; bringing together expertise, technology, and practical insight under one roof.
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