A visit to a GP is an opportunity for the care home staff to proactively address the health needs of the residents. When health issues are communicated to the GP…
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While necessary training and skills are a must to meet the job requirements, caregivers must also possess professional etiquette. An important skill, professional etiquette, is creating a mutually respectful work…
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Healthcare settings such as care homes and nursing homes undergo inspections by the department of health and social care. To be compliant with the guidelines set by the departments, it…
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According to a report, less than 1% of care homes in the UK have been rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). While approximately 62% have been rated good,…
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Safe and accurate medication administration is important in all healthcare settings, including care homes. Inappropriate medication can jeopardise resident safety and can lead to health complications that could have been…
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People with Dementia lose their cognitive abilities and as a result find it difficult to perform everyday work like getting dressed, keeping track of their medications and paying bills. And…
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To ensure that the medications are administered safely and accurately in your care home, you have to consider different ways to help your staff. A well-trained team that has more…
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Palliative care offers comfort and support for people living with severe illnesses or those who are at the end stage of life. The aim is to make sure that the…
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Caregivers who care for patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s face several challenges along their caregiving journey. However, not knowing about the conditions can make it difficult to provide the right…
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Caregiving is more than a job. It’s a demanding vocation that requires caregivers to have certain qualities that ensure that they care for people with dignity and compassion. There are…
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Dosage errors, documentation errors and inefficient medical record-keeping are some of the common errors that can compromise patient well-being. Caregivers, who are primarily involved in the administration of medications, will…
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For caregivers, helping ageing residents stay healthy, happy, and strong can be sometimes challenging. However, caring for seniors with dementia can be all the more difficult as often accomplishing the…
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