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Tis The Season to be Together as Bowood Court Care Home Opens its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in their Elderly Community.

Bowood Court Care Home to Open Its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in Older People

Bowood Court Care Home in Redditch is embracing the spirit of giving this holiday season by extending a heart-warming invitation to older people in the community who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone. The care home is opening its doors on Christmas Day to welcome local seniors to join their residents for a joyous celebration, featuring a traditional Christmas dinner, party games, and a special viewing of the King’s Christmas speech.

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Tis The Season to be Together as The Old Vicarage Care Home Opens its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in their Elderly Community.

The Old Vicarage Care Home to Open Its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in Older People

The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Chesterfield is embracing the spirit of giving this holiday season by extending a heart-warming invitation to older people in the community who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone. The care home is opening its doors on Christmas Day to welcome local, lonely seniors to join their residents for a joyous celebration, featuring a traditional Christmas dinner, party games, and a special viewing of the King’s Christmas speech.

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Tis The Season to be Together as Moat House Care Home Opens its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in their Elderly Community.

Moat House Care Home to Open Its Doors This Christmas to Combat Loneliness in Older People

Moat House Care Home in Burbage is embracing the spirit of giving this holiday season by extending a heartwarming invitation to older people in the community who would otherwise be spending Christmas Day alone. The care home is opening its doors on Christmas Day to welcome local, lonely seniors to join their residents for a joyous celebration, featuring a traditional Christmas dinner, party games, and a special viewing of the King’s Christmas speech.

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The Votes are in! Residents at Douglas Court Care Home Elect Tom as Resident Chairman.

Douglas Court Care Home Celebrates Resident Tom as Honorary Member of Activities and Wellbeing Team is elected Resident Chairman.

Tom, a resident at Douglas Court Care Home in Derby, has been recognised for his incredible contribution after integrating himself as an honorary member of the Activities and Wellbeing Team. Tom’s dedication to fostering camaraderie and joy among residents has created a vibrant social environment within the care home.

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Harrier House Care Home Provides Dining with Dignity with Industry Leading Training

The dedicated team at Harrier House Care Home, a provider of high-quality care services in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire recently participated in an industry-leading Dysphagia Training program which allows the team to provide a dining with dignity experience for every single one of their residents.

This comprehensive training, The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative – (IDDSI) Framework equips the team with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide specialised care for individuals with swallowing difficulties, promoting improved health and well-being.

Dysphagia, a condition affecting the ability to swallow safely and efficiently. Recognising the importance of providing high-quality care to its residents, Harrier House Care Home invested in this training initiative to enhance the skills of its team members and further improve the standard of care provided.

The Dysphagia Training program, conducted by renowned experts in the field, covered a range of topics including understanding the physiology of swallowing, identifying signs and symptoms of dysphagia and implementing appropriate diet modifications. The training also emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe eating environment and establishing effective communication strategies with residents who may have difficulty expressing their needs.

The team at Harrier House Care Home embraced the training with enthusiasm, recognising its value in enhancing their ability to support residents with dysphagia. The knowledge gained during the program empowers them to implement evidence-based practices and personalized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each resident.

Samantha Kavanagh, Home Manager at Harrier House, expressed her pride in the team’s commitment to professional development and their dedication to providing the highest standard of care. She stated, ” Mealtimes are important – We believe that all service users should be able to Dine with Dignity.”

Bowood Court Care Home Provides Dining with Dignity with Industry Leading Training

The dedicated team at Bowood Court Care Home, a provider of high-quality care services in Redditch, recently participated in an industry-leading Dysphagia Training program which allows the team to provide a dining with dignity experience for every single one of their residents.

This comprehensive training, The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative – (IDDSI) Framework equips the team with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide specialised care for individuals with swallowing difficulties, promoting improved health and well-being.

Dysphagia, a condition affecting the ability to swallow safely and efficiently. Recognising the importance of providing high-quality care to its residents, Bowood Court Care Home invested in this training initiative to enhance the skills of its team members and further improve the standard of care provided.

The Dysphagia Training program, conducted by renowned experts in the field, covered a range of topics including understanding the physiology of swallowing, identifying signs and symptoms of dysphagia and implementing appropriate diet modifications. The training also emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe eating environment and establishing effective communication strategies with residents who may have difficulty expressing their needs.

The team at Bowood Court Care Home embraced the training with enthusiasm, recognising its value in enhancing their ability to support residents with dysphagia. The knowledge gained during the program empowers them to implement evidence-based practices and personalized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each resident.

Andy, Chef Manager at Bowood Court, expressed his pride in the team’s commitment to professional development and their dedication to providing the highest standard of care. He stated, “. Mealtimes are important – We believe that all service users should be able to Dine with Dignity.”

Adept Care Homes Strengthens Commitment to Care Workers’ Welfare by Renewing Support for Care Workers in Need

Adept Care Homes is pleased to announce the renewal of its supporter membership with the Care Workers’ Charity (CWC), an organisation dedicated to providing essential support to care workers. By reaffirming their commitment, Adept Care Homes continues to demonstrate its unwavering support for the well-being of care workers across the industry.

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Chetwynd House Care Home’s Chef Advances to Finals in Creed Food Services ‘Care Chef of the Year’ Competition 2023

Chetwynd House Care Home in Chilwell, Nottingham is proud to announce that its very own Chef Manager, Jessica Miles, has successfully passed the first round of the Creed Food Services, Care Chef of the Year Competition 2023.

After an impressive performance, Jessica is now on her way to the finals, where she will face off in a competitive cook-off of level 4 meals designed for individuals with dysphagia. Her dedication, skill, and culinary expertise have earned her a well-deserved spot in this prestigious competition.

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Moat House Care Homes’ Knit n Natter Club Weaves Magic into G Sellers’ Remembrance Window

Moat House Care Homes’ ‘Knit n Natter’ Club Collaborates with G Sellers to Craft a Stunning Remembrance Window Display

Moat House Care Homes is proud to announce its continuing collaboration with local business, G Sellers in Burbage to create a striking window display in honour of Remembrance Day. The Moat House Care Homes’ Knit n Natter Club, led by residents Arleen and Maureen, has been working diligently to knit a collection of beautiful poppies to contribute to this years heartfelt tribute.

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Bowood Court Care Home Commended by Mayor as He Joins Them for Afternoon Tea.

Local Care Home Commended by Mayor: Salman Akbar Joins Bowood Court Residents for Afternoon Tea.

Bowood Court Care Home received an honourable visit from none other than the esteemed Mayor of Redditch, Salman Akbar, on Saturday, October 7th. The Mayor joined the residents of Bowood Court for a delightful afternoon tea party, expressing his heartfelt appreciation for the dedication and care provided by the Bowood Court team.

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