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What do I need to prove to be outstanding?
Abi Spence Registration and Inspection SpecialistWhat do I need to prove to be outstanding? It can feel kind of tough to work out what CQC are...
Reminiscence: An Everyday Routine
Katie Farrar Occupational TherapistWhat is it? Reminiscence is a treatment that uses all our senses, sight, touch, taste, smell and sound, to help people...
The Benefits of Nature in Dementia Care
Katie Farrar Occupational Therapist“Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” Hans Christian Andersen I’ve been enjoying some R&R...
Sleeping on the Job: Should ‘sleep-in’ staff receive National Minimum Wage?
Kaine Davey Napthens LLP - Employment Law AdviserIn 2018 the Court of Appeal held that ‘sleep-in’ care workers in residential accommodation are not entitled to the National...
Oral Care Matters
Emily Watts Domiciliary Care Policy LeadI’m not fond of having my picture taken, the person holding the camera shouting cheese as everyone gathers round and...
Extension of Whistleblowing Protection
Rebekah Lindeman Employment Law AdviserThe decision taken by the Employment Tribunal in the recent case of Bilsbrough v Berry Marketing Services Ltd could see...
Dementia: The Bathing/Showering Challenge
Katie Farrar Occupational TherapistImagine this scenario: You wake up and you’re not quite sure where you are. Your room looks sort of familiar and...
Jobs for People with Learning Disabilities
My Life My ChoiceThis year, My Life My Choice is running a campaign about jobs for people with learning disabilities. We think this...
A good idea
Abi Spence Registration and Inspection SpecialistIs your CQC regulated service a pipe dream, or one with legs? Childhood memories It was cosy. Definitely cosy. The Elddis wisp...
Challenging Mental Ill Health Stigma – Change starts with us!
Susan Donnelly Scottish Mental HealthMental ill health can happen to anyone, it doesn’t discriminate and it’s not like a visible illness. The issue of...
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