As a caregiver or a care home manager, you are aware of the fact that there are many facets to wellbeing. So, how do you include all the important elements of holistic care while preparing the care plan? To help you, here are some of the useful tips to create a care plan that reflects…
If you are running a care home, then you know your care staff plays a key role in the delivery of high-quality and safe care. When your staff is motivated, then key metrics such as care staff productivity, quality of care, resident satisfaction and medication safety – all improve. We have often seen that simply…
While making an activity plan for seniors to keep them physically and mentally active, do keep craft ideas in mind. Crafting helps seniors boost their fine motor skills and also allows them to enhance their mental strength. Experts say that crafting can keep anxiety and depression at bay and protect the brain from damage caused…
If you are running a care home with residents who have survived a stroke, you need to have an effective rehabilitation plan in place. The aim of post-stroke rehabilitation care is to help the residents improve their motor, sensory, and cognitive skills. Throughout the recovery, the needs of patients may change, so the plan has…
As your loved one ages, you will notice a lot of changes. Some changes can be challenging for family members to deal with. Everyday activities like bathing and taking a walk that were once part of the daily routine may become challenging tasks for your loved one. These are signs that your loved one needs…
Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, social isolation and loneliness are serious issues faced by the elderly population staying in care homes. As a care home manager, you have to think outside the box to keep the seniors engaged with activities that will alleviate isolation and loneliness. Over here we discuss a list of activities that seniors…
Care homes, regardless of the type, share the same goal, and it is to provide the best possible care to its residents. However, the rigorous daily routine can sometimes take a toll on the care workers’ patience and perseverance and they forget to look at the ‘big picture.’ As a care home manager, you have…
Taking care of elderly patients can include challenges like communication barriers and resolving conflicts. Caregivers who have just started out in this profession may face more challenges than those who are experienced. Over here we discuss a few useful tips to help new caregivers understand how they can ensure the elderly patients get quality care. …
An effective care home promotes a good quality of life for all its residents. It ensures that the care is delivered in a respectful way and everyone’s health and safety are effectively managed. Over here we discuss a few practices that care homes have implemented to effectively manage their operations – 1. Streamlined medication administration…
The demands of caring for an elderly person can be physically as well as emotionally overwhelming. As a care home manager, it’s important to take care of your staff and help them manage caregiver stress before it snowballs into a bigger problem. The quality of care provided in any care home depends on the efficiency…