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Fire safety regulations in care homes: what do you need to know?

In a care home setting, it is extremely important to have the correct fire safety regulations in place. Not only are elderly people more vulnerable in general, but they may also have health conditions that make it difficult to evacuate the building quickly in the event of an emergency. Having a Read more

How to support family members with dementia at Christmas

Christmas can be a challenging and emotional time when you have a loved one with dementia, but there’s no reason why they can’t still be involved in the holiday despite their condition. It’s also important that you and the rest of your family can enjoy it with them, and continue to participate in Read more

Dignity in a Care Home: What It Is & How to Promote It

Ensuring a resident’s dignity in a residential care home is of paramount importance. If they feel their identity or values are not being respected, it can prevent them from living comfortably in their environment. Self-expression is so important to us humans. So it is vital that care workers Read more

Importance of Food Hygiene in a Care Home

Practising excellent food hygiene in a nursing home is paramount. Residents of a care home are often elderly and can be extremely vulnerable to poor food practices because age weakens the immune system and its ability to fight infection. This makes unsafe food practices detrimental to their health Read more

Who can administer medication in a care home?

Distributing medication in a residential care home setting is a large responsibility for care home staff. Care home residents are often elderly and have certain health conditions which require the careful administration of medication to meet their specific needs. Each resident requires different Read more

Moving into a care home: What to bring checklist

Moving into a residential care home can be a very daunting and stressful time for the new resident and the family involved. Deciding what to bring with you can be a very challenging and emotional process as you may be downsizing from a house to a single room. Often, what makes a house feel like a Read more

What is a nursing home care plan and why is it important?

The transition of moving your loved one into a care home can be a very difficult time. As part of this transition process, the care home staff will prepare an appropriate care plan by gathering details of health information and a review of the new resident’s health condition. The next of kin has Read more

TV Licence in a Care Home: Do You Need One?

Individuals moving into a care home have a number of considerations to make before they relocate. A question many people ask themselves is if they are responsible for paying a TV licence or is it the responsibility of the care home? It is important for individuals moving into a care home to Read more

Can Someone Be Forced Into a Care Home in the UK?

Moving into a care home is a big life decision that should be given adequate thought. When a loved one or family member can no longer care for themselves independently, sometimes the only option is to find a care home that will meet their needs and give them a better quality of life. While some Read more

What is safeguarding in care homes?

Following safeguarding procedures to protect elderly residents is vital for any care home. Safeguarding creates a framework to follow which is designed to result in a high level of care, with the residents’ best interests at its heart. What does safeguarding mean in a care home? Under the guidance Read more

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