Care Home News

The Care Bill's 'Epic Changes'

06 Feb 2014

As many of you will be aware, the Care Bill is currently making its way through parliament, and is likely to have a significant impact on the sector. There are a number of issues which have been highlighted regarding the legislation,.....

Leading provider's Suffolk care homes win praise from fire chiefs

05 Feb 2014

Care UK’s new care homes, which will begin opening later this year, have been praised by the Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service for going above and beyond the fire safety regulations currently required and fitting high quality water.....

Making the most of outdoor space despite the weather

05 Feb 2014

Older people sitting around all day with little to occupy their minds is an image of life in residential care that the sector is keen to dispel. Empowering adults to achieve an active and interesting lifestyle in spite of care.....

Unique camaraderie in care homes for ex-service people down to shared life experiences

05 Feb 2014

With the hundred year anniversary since the beginning of the First World War this year, care homes for ex-service men and women have pledged to lead the way in commemorations to mark the centenary within their.....

Profile: Ex-care worker reveals how she made it to the top

04 Feb 2014

Amanda Scott started her working life at the coalface of the care sector as a care assistant. Fast forward just over 30 years and she is now the managing director of a leading care home group. Ms Scott.....