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, the remaining 37% require improvement. You must be wondering what makes a care home outstanding? Here we discuss some key attributes of an outstanding…
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 otherwise avoided. Here is a useful guide for caregivers on safe medication administration: Avoid distractions: One of the ways to reduce medication errors…
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 this is one of the main reasons they move into assisted living facilities. If you are managing an assisted living facility, here are a few…
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 time for person-centered care can improve patient safety and health outcomes. Let’s discuss more over here: 1) Consider the work environment: Medication errors and…
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 person continues to receive care with dignity. Palliative care is also called ‘supportive care’ as such care homes work in partnership with medical staff and…
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 level of care. Often people use dementia and Alzheimer’s interchangeably but the two are different. While dementia is an overall term for a decline in…
If you are on the lookout for fun-filled activities to keep older adults active and engaged during the winter months, you are on the right page. Over here we discuss some of the enjoyable activities that you can organise at your care home this winter: Dancing: The cold temperatures outside can make it difficult…
If you are a care home manager on the lookout for ways to help care staff provide a more efficient service to residents, you should shift to eMAR. It is an innovative medication administration record software that is trusted by many care homes in the UK. Get in touch today to book a demo. …
With rising age and failing memory, taking the right medication at the right time can be challenging for many seniors. The problem can have serious consequences as it can lead to worsening health conditions or no improvement in health. Here we discuss some potential reasons why seniors do not take medications as prescribed: Unable to…
Managing medications can be one of the most challenging tasks for caregivers. It is important for caregivers at care homes to ensure that the residents take only the medications prescribed, exactly as prescribed. They also must coordinate with doctors to minimise the risk of potentially dangerous drug interactions and complications. Having a proper medication administration…