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Dementia: Appearance Matters
October 30, 2018
There seems to be plenty of practical advice out there on dressing someone with dementia. Providing clothes that are easy to get on and off for toileting, velcro slippers,…
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The State of Social Care
October 30, 2018
Looking at the ‘state’ of it. I always think the title sounds like an old dress being brought out to check for moth holes and marks. A yearly assessment…
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Temporary workers’ rights
October 30, 2018
With the busy Christmas period just around the corner, employers across the UK will be looking at their staffing requirements and will most likely be looking to take on temporary…
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WARNING: Incomplete system details could seriously damage your rating!
October 10, 2018
The importance of having fully completed details in your QCS system cannot be underestimated. Incomplete system details could have a direct impact on the outcome of your next CQC…
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The Wanderer
October 9, 2018
Wandering is very common amongst people with dementia and is quite a worry for those concerned with their safety and well-being. I remember my dad, who had dementia, making…
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Walk the Talk: Remembering your well-being in your CQC registered service
October 9, 2018
Overload I stood in the aisle of the Supermarket pondering how to add a toaster to my overflowing basket. I had two 6 pints of milk hanging from my index…
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Jimmy’s story: ‘Best Interests’ unpacked
October 9, 2018
I’ve come across a situation recently that I want to share with you. This particular situation concerned someone living with dementia, but the principles that come out of the events…
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Too Much Information
October 9, 2018
Some of the initial discussion about possible changes to the Mental Health Act has been about whether autism should be taken out of the Mental Health Act and other…
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