Medication safety is an important aspect in care home settings, as residents often have complex medication regimens. Medication errors can lead to serious consequences such as underdose, overdose, delayed treatment, and legal consequences. In some cases, medication errors can even lead to deaths. Care homes in the UK have implemented several measures to prevent medication…
Caregivers are the backbone of care homes. Without them, it is impossible to provide high-quality care to residents. As a care home manager, it is important for you to keep your caregiving staff happy. Here are some ways to boost your staff’s morale: 1. Work with individual caregivers: When it comes to addressing problems with…
A caregiver’s job entails far more than just taking care of patients and helping them with daily activities. Caregivers play an important role in encouraging patients to stay positive and healthy. As a care home manager, it is easy to focus on a caregiver’s professional experience and references. However, it is equally important to ensure…
As per the Care Quality Commission’s report, the best care homes are the ones that look “beyond people’s medical conditions”. A good care home has to provide physical and emotional support to residents, helping them feel comfortable. If you are a care home manager and looking for ways to improve your care home, here are…
As staffing shortages in the care sector in the UK become an increasing concern, care home managers are under additional work loads. If you are a care home manager, it has never been more important to look after yourself outside of your working hours. Taking the time to relax and unwind after a long shift…
The post-pandemic staffing shortages in the care sectors have been a major concern. According to a report, the staff vacancy rates in adult social care jobs have decreased and exceeded pre-pandemic levels. This report can be worrying if you are a care home manager. However, by taking some proactive measures, you can successfully motivate your…
According to a report, less than 1% of care homes in the UK are rated as outstanding. If you are a care home manager, the figure should be concerning for you. Knowing key indicators of quality care can help you identify potentially problematic quality issues and determine critical areas that should be prioritised for improvement.…
Nurses play a key role in care homes, providing vital care and support to residents. They work closely with other members of the care team to ensure that all residents receive the best possible care. Nurses are responsible for carrying out assessments, administering medication and providing personal care. If a nurse is new to your…
A caregiver needs a wide range of skill sets to meet different challenges he/she will come across in a day. From medication administration documentation and organisation skills to communication skills – here we discuss some important skills that caregivers must master to provide quality care to the residents. As a care home manager, you must…
An effective elderly care program is holistic and humanistic. When done properly, a care program lets the caregiving team identify each resident’s individual needs and problems and select interventions that can solve or minimise those problems. Here we discuss a few useful insights on factors that play an important role in delivering quality care that…