Medication errors in elderly care homes can lead to severe consequences, such as unexpected side effects, interactions with other medications, and more. These errors can diminish the effectiveness of the prescribed treatment or even introduce new health complications. Therefore, it’s crucial to prevent medication errors in these environments. Here, we discuss several strategies for preventing…
The use of digital technology is revolutionising healthcare globally. A prime example is the transition from paper-based records to Electronic Medical Records (EMRs). This change streamlines access to patient information for healthcare providers and promotes easier sharing between professionals. As a result, there’s an improvement in communication and care coordination, which ultimately leads to enhanced…
Traditionally, patient medication administration in hospitals and care homes relied on manual MAR sheets, which often involved extensive paperwork and were prone to human errors. To overcome these challenges, electronic medication administration records (eMAR) have been introduced. eMAR replaces paper-based systems with a digital approach that tracks patient medication. With automated reminders, alerts, and accurate…
From administering medicines to meal planning and providing emotional support to residents – caregiving is a complex job that requires a wide range of skills. Right training programs can help caregivers improve their knowledge and skills, which can lead to an improved understanding of residents’ needs. Attending different types of training can help caregivers offer…
All care homes require medication management systems, processes and policies in place to help caregivers manage medication safely to achieve the best outcomes for their residents. If you are a care home manager planning to streamline medication management at your facility, here are some useful insights on managing medicines in your care home: 1. Have…
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…
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…
Deciding to send a loved one to a care home can be an emotionally difficult call to make. However, knowing that your loved one is taken care of in a safe and caring atmosphere can give you great relief. Therefore, the search for a care home requires a good amount of research as there are…
Caregiving itself is tough. Nighttime caregiving can be tougher. During the night hours, older people often face difficulty sleeping. Thus, caregiving at night can be as busy as it is during the day time. It is, therefore, essential that overnight care is tailored to make the old people feel safe, secure, and reassured. We’ve rounded…
There are no two ways that food is integral to the quality of life for the residents in care homes. Mealtime is something that the residents usually look forward to. However, providing a diverse menu which is exciting as well as nutritional can be challenging. While the nutritional value is important, it is equally crucial…