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QCS closes the circle of dementia care assessment with new engagement tool  

May 25, 2022
Quality Compliance Systems (QCS), the leading provider of content, guidance and standards for the social care sector, has introduced its new QCS PAL Engagement Measure to its Dementia Centre resource.…
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Resources to support social care workers in discussing sexuality and relationships

May 24, 2022
Care providers can now benefit from a series of resources aimed at helping them discuss sexuality and relationships with people in their care. Skills for Care, in collaboration with Supported…
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Increased funding for nursing in care homes

May 24, 2022
The Government has announced increased funding for nursing in care homes. Key points for you to know  Rate paid to care homes for NHS-funded nursing care has risen by 11.5% for 2022…
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CQC Regulatory Approach changes explained

May 23, 2022
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is changing the way it assesses service providers. The table below highlights the proposed changes in different areas from Spring 2023.  You can download the…
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Why we need to better understand the link between multi-sensory impairment and dementia

May 19, 2022
Is there a link between age-related vision and hearing impairment and dementia? It’s a question that a team of trailblazing researchers, led by Professor Iracema Leroi, are exploring as part…
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Out of the Box

May 19, 2022
From an inspirational picture of a coffin on social media, Abi explores end of life care… and beyond. I’ve had a viral infection over the past 3 weeks or so.…
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Integrated Care Systems Explained

May 18, 2022
QCS’s partner, The National Care Forum, has created a one stop shop aimed at helping providers understand integrated care systems (ICSs). Housed on their website, the information provides an overview…
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Webinar Catchup: Meaningful Engagement Matters in Dementia Care

May 17, 2022
Did you know what is defined as meaningful engagement to people living with dementia?  Our latest webinar with Dementia Care Champion, Jackie Pool explains the benefit of meaningful engagement to…
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