FEATURE ARTICLES
Why pest control should be a top priority in your home
Paul Bates, managing director of Cleankill Pest Control, explains why care home managers need to take pest control extremely seriously, and outlines what they should be looking for when sourcing a pest control provider
Embracing sustainability in care laundry: a new era
There are many business-critical reasons why care homes need to be looking seriously at sustainable laundry solutions, as Miles Tebay, sales director at Wolf Laundry, explains
Antimicrobial tech: a promising solution for enhanced hygiene
By actively inhibiting the spread of microorganisms on surfaces, materials, and medical devices, antimicrobial additive technology presents a promising solution to the hygiene challenges faced by care homes, as Paul Willocks, marketing manager for Addmaster, explains
Collaboration and innovation at Care Show Birmingham
Care Show Birmingham returns to NEC Birmingham on 9/10 October, boasting an extensive conference programme with eight theatres. Organiser CloserStill Media’s Molly Benson discusses session highlights, topics and trends, and key speakers for what promises to be the best Care Show yet
Buying and selling care homes: Heads of Terms
Tom Lumsden, a partner at CooperBurnett LLP, looks at Heads of Terms and exclusivity agreements and what they mean when it comes to buying and selling care homes
Taking advantage of technology to build a brighter future
John Ramsay, founder and managing director of Social-Ability, makes a passionate case for why the care sector needs to embrace technology as a matter of urgency
Fire safety: time for an overhaul
Ian Poole, fire safety expert and head of sales at Firechief Global, explores the causes and consequences of fires in care homes, and explains what homes need to do to ensure fire safety
COVER STORY: Value-based healthcare in residential and nursing care homes
Mary Muir, national clinical consulting manager at Arjo, looks at how a value-based approach to healthcare in the care sector should be defined, and how it can be achieved
Good care for vegans and vegetarians
With more and more vegetarians and vegans entering care, providers need to make sure they take their residents’ dietary needs seriously. Amanda Woodvine, chief executive of charity Vegetarian for Life, explains how enhancing quality of life for older vegans and vegetarians is key to achieving excellence in person-centred care
Supporting care staff through the menopause
Emma McGrath, professional support solicitor at Citation, explains how care managers can provide support to menopausal employees and achieve the best outcomes for both the staff member and the business
Could you evacuate your care home?
Darren Franks, director of GLOBEX Evacuation Limited, explains why care home operators and managers need to take a closer look at their emergency evacuation procedures
Doing your duty: the importance of water compliance
Jason Ashman, managing director of Reval Continuing Care, puts the record straight for care providers looking to be fully compliant
Designing for dementia: the key principles
Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia. As such, the need for additional capacity within the care home market is likely to rise, meaning existing facilities will need to be expanded or updated to meet this demand. However, when it comes to redesigning spaces, it is important to understand how the design of a space can affect those living with dementia. Here, Andrew Cleaver, national sector manager for healthcare at Dulux Decorator Centre, explores the key design principles to consider when designing for dementia
A best practice guide to laundry cycle management
While ensuring a sterile environment is always a priority for on-premises laundries, maintaining effective laundry cycle management is essential to eliminating the risk of cross contamination and preventing the spread of infection. Mick Christian, training & demonstration manager for Electrolux Professional UK & Ireland, outlines best practice for care home laundries and outlines how new technologies can help laundry managers enhance both hygiene and productivity
Inclusive bathrooms for today’s needs
Inclusive bathrooms in care homes need to be easily accessible for a wide range of resident needs. Here, Thomas Davies, retirement and care director at AKW, discusses the latest occupational therapy advice on inclusive bathrooms, with a particular focus on those suited to aid stroke rehabilitation and those with visual impairments
Tech-proofing: a risky business made safer
With compliance a key concern for all care providers, digitising risk management is crucial, as Fran Kirke, VP of Care at OneAdvanced, explains.
COVER STORY: Next-generation workforce management for social care
Steffen Wulff Petersen, CEO at Sona, explores how Sona’s £22m investment will deliver truly intelligent solutions for large care operators and positively impact the sector, and reveals what that impact looks like at Yorkshire Care Group – a supported living and residential care organisation on-track to achieving 300 per cent growth
The Digital Revolution
SPONSORED STORY: The care home industry is experiencing a significant shift towards digitalisation, revolutionising various aspects of operations, including commercial laundry. This transformation is driven by the need to enhance operational efficiency, improve resident care, and streamline administrative tasks. By embracing digitalisation, care homes can not only optimise their laundry processes but also contribute to a more sustainable and efficient future.
The growing importance of sustainable care
With sustainability now on every provider’s radar, food waste is an important issue that cannot be ignored. Fortunately, a number of solutions are on hand, as Richard Woodward, general manager of care homes at apetito, explains
Dementia-friendly design on a budget
With budgets under continued pressure, Kerry Southern-Reason, CEO of Care Home Interiors Group, looks at how dementia-friendly design need not come with an off-putting price tag
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