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Critics claim the Government cap on the cost of care will not solve funding challenge
Julia Corbett, News Editor (21-May-13)
The King’s Fund has claimed that the Government reforms alone will not solve the challenge of funding social care in their new report ‘Paying for social care: Beyond Dilnot.’ In the report it is argued that although the introductions… read full article
Breakthrough by scientists discovers the early trigger that can lead to dementia
Julia Corbett, News Editor (21-May-13)
Research from Cambridge University’s Department of Chemistry has established the nature of malfunction in protein molecules that triggers Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists have discovered a catalytic trigger, which causes the death of neurons… read full article
Managers benefit from new dementia support guide from Skills for Care
Julia Corbett, News Editor (20-May-13)
The Department of Health has commissioned a new managers’ guide, in order to drive up the learning and development of the social care workforce that supports people with dementia. Skills for Care has created the guide, which is based on… read full article
£50m care home funding deal announced by care group Maria Mallaband
Julia Corbett, News Editor (20-May-13)
The Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd (MMCG) has announced a £50m care home funding deal with Apache Capital Partners. The funding will enable up to eight luxury five star care homes to be developed under the MMCG brand. Apache Capital Partners is a London… read full article
London Fire Brigade can remain world class despite need to make savings
Richard Howard, News Editor (20-May-13)
Londoners are being invited to have their say on fire safety issues, after a public consultation was launched by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority. The Draft Fifth London Safety Plan includes proposals… read full article
Gracewell Healthcare backs campaign to install fire sprinklers in all care homes
Sue Learner, News Editor (16-May-13)
Gracewell Healthcare has given its backing to a campaign by London Fire Brigade to get all care homes to install fire sprinkler systems. The London Fire Brigade called for all care homes to install sprinklers, after… read full article
Latest News Analysis, Profiles, Features, Innovative Care Home & Debates
Should local authorities ignore anonymous whistleblowers?
(14-May-13) article from 'Debate' section
Paul Ridout, Ridout Solicitors
YES
Paul Ridout, a lawyer specialising in health and social care issues, would like to see local authorities ignore anonymous allegations about care home abuse as he believes anonymous whistleblowers are motivated by malice and are “just stirring the dirt”.
He would like there...
Eileen Chubb, former whistleblower and founder of Compassion in CareNO
Some people make anonymous allegations as relatives can worry that care home staff may take it out on their loved ones if they make an allegation. While staff fear they may lose their job.
Eileen Chubb, who lost her job as a carer in Bromley after whistleblowing about the...
read full debate
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Government's new legislation will provide greater financial protection for people in care
Laura McCardle, News Editor (13-May-13) article from 'News Analysis' section
The Government’s new Care Bill will ensure people are treated more compassionately and will provide greater financial protection for those who require care either in their own homes or in a residential setting. The… read full article
Leading care home solicitor calls on local authorities to ignore anonymous whistleblowers
Sue Learner, News Editor (13-May-13) article from 'Profiles' section
Paul Ridout, a lawyer specialising in health and social care issues, is calling on local authorities to ignore anonymous allegations about care home abuse as “they are just stirring the dirt”. High-profile… read full article
Older people with sight loss teach their peers about the benefits of assistive technology
Sue Learner, News Editor (09-May-13) article from 'Innovative Care Home' section
Half of people living in care homes in the UK have sight problems that seriously inhibit their daily lives. Yet there is now remarkable sight loss technology that can make daily life accessible again and give people back their independence.… read full article
What the Queen's Speech means for the care sector
Richard Howard, News Editor (08-May-13) article from 'News Analysis' section
Two major social care announcements were contained in the Queen’s Speech; the first reconfirming the Government’s commitment to a cap on individual care costs, the second establishing the right of members of the public to receive… read full article
Financial pressures on care homes sees increasing numbers being forced to close
Laura McCardle, News Editor (07-May-13) article from 'News Analysis' section
Increasing numbers of care homes are being forced to close their doors due to financial pressures, such as rising debts and a lack of funding from local authorities. Recently concerns have been raised in… read full article
Latest Press Releases
Gainsborough Specialist Bathing launches complementary ceiling track systems for care environment
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Upcoming Care Sector Exhibitions & Conferences
Great British Care Show: South East
Date:
Wednesday 22 May 2013
Location: Brighton
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Great British Care Awards
Contact: 0115 9596132
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Dementia Care in the Community/Technology in Dementia Care
Date:
Wednesday 05 Jun 2013
Location: University of Worcester
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Hawker Events, Congresses and Conferences
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Health & Care 2013
Date:
Wednesday 12 Jun 2013 - Thursday 13 Jun 2013
Location: Excel, London
Contact: 0207 348 4906
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Upcoming Care Sector Awards
Life After Stroke Awards
Date:
Wednesday 26 Jun 2013
Location: The Dorchester, London
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The Stroke Association
Contact: 0303 3033 100
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Care Integration Awards 2013
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Tuesday 09 Jul 2013
Location: Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London
Contact: 020 3033 2632
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Patient Safety Awards 2013
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Tuesday 09 Jul 2013
Location: Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London
Contact: 020 3033 2639
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Upcoming Care Home Events & Open Days
Carers Week Event 15th June 2-5.30pm
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Tuesday 16 Apr 2013 – Saturday 15 Jun 2013
Location: Shaftesbury House 5 Cowper Street
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Monday 06 May 2013 – Tuesday 06 May 2014
Location: Osborne Lodge
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Happy Chicks Hatching
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Tuesday 14 May 2013 – Thursday 23 May 2013
Location: Sunrise at Frognal House
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The Libray van visits
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Friday 17 May 2013 – Monday 17 Jun 2013
Organiser: Barchester Hilton Park Care Home
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That's Life
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Monday 20 May 2013 – Saturday 08 Jun 2013
Location: Teesside Touring
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Contact: 07565112411
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Dementia Awareness Week
Date:
Monday 20 May 2013 – Sunday 26 May 2013
Location: Huntingdon House Nursing Home
Organiser: Huntington House Nursing Home
Contact: 01428 604600
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