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What are the National Care Standards? The National Care Standards in Scotland are a set of indicators for the quality of regulated care services. They were devised and published after…

Activity is unpredictable At this time of year influenza activity is usually at low levels and, whilst last year’s flu season was again less severe than some we’ve had we…

Older people are particularly at risk of not drinking enough fluid, which can lead to dehydration. This is linked with a number of adverse health outcomes including poor wound healing,…

Good old Facebook can always be relied upon to yield the cheesiest caption and slogan. This week, one did resonate, shared by a colleague. It was a photograph of a…

The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act makes a strong pitch for Person-centred care and support. It is sometimes difficult to pin-down what that means. So what exactly is it…

All employers will eventually find it necessary, at some stage, to take action against employees under their disciplinary procedures in respect of allegations of an employee’s misconduct or gross misconduct.…

Now is the season to be merry, the Christmas party is a great way to boost morale by rewarding staff and giving everyone a chance to bond, but when things…

Commissioners – 35% individuals admitted to your care homes are at risk of malnutrition NHS England has issued new guidance, Commissioning Excellent Nutrition and Hydration, to raise awareness of the…