by Siobhan Stirling | Nov 3, 2020 | News
Looking at the CQC ratings given by inspectors over the last three years, this year has seen a move towards focused inspections, increasingly downgrading homes. But what is the real picture behind the headline statistics? And what does this mean for your care home...
by Ryan Allen | Jul 17, 2020 | Business Plans, Business Services, Training
It is inevitable that when CQC resumes inspections, after easing of lockdown rules, they are likely to focus on infection prevention and control and in particular the Department of Health Code of Practice and the Health and Social Care Act 2008. IPC Preparation...
by Claire Kerr | Apr 14, 2020 | News
UPDATE: Following our last COVID-19: Advice and Support Webinar, we’ve had requests for further sessions. So, we have arranged to run this webinar weekly. The next webinar will take place on Tuesday 5th May 2020 at 2.00pm. It will last for around 40 minutes,...
by Kima Sutherland-Dee | Mar 31, 2020 | News
Even under normal circumstances, it’s essential for managers and care staff to know how to prevent the spread of infections and maintain a hygienic and safe environment for their residents, staff and visitors. But these are anything but normal times. Due to the...