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People Should be Supported to Make Responsible Choices
February 14, 2018
A lot of members of MLMC are living good independent lives. We have friends and a community, and some of us have jobs. But sometimes things happen which make us…
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CQC Guidance for Financial Viability Now Available
February 13, 2018
Last week I wrote regarding the CQC’s changes regarding financial viability. You can find that blog here. Just when I thought the day was over on Friday an email…
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Making Changes to the Nearest Relative
February 9, 2018
There is a consultation process going on at the moment looking at a major reform of the Mental Health Act. I wrote about the terms of reference for this…
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EAT for Pressure Ulcers – Evidence, Assessment, Take Action
February 9, 2018
Nutrition and hydration play a key role in keeping the skin healthy. NHS Improvement, as part of part of the Stop the Pressure programme to reduce pressure ulcers earlier this…
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CQC Slips In Another Change to the Process – Wheel Out The Statement of Financial Viability
February 9, 2018
As a late teen, I went for lunch with my boyfriend to a local café. The coffee was good, the food delightful and we seemed to have a rhythm to…
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Poor Oral Health Increases Risks of Frailty
February 6, 2018
Don’t get confused – this is still the nutrition blog! But it is important that we are aware of the many factors that can impact the weight status of…
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Pathway to CQC Registration – Part 1: A Brief Guide from Before the Application to when it Reaches a Registration Inspector
February 2, 2018
If you are thinking about trying to Register your service with the CQC it can seem to be a complex and daunting process but to help soothe those nerves, and…
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Learning to use Trains Gives People More Opportunities
January 31, 2018
This month, participants of our Travel Buddy project attended a 2-day workshop teaching them how to travel by train. The training was delivered by Great Western Railways and Oxford City…
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