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Our editorial pages feature top columnists, parliamentary and legal updates, news, people stories, event and exhibition previews, conference coverage, diary dates and business and property news.
The magazine goes directly to the people with buying power - the budget-holders and decision-makers - which is why it is so effective at delivering product and service information to the right people.
Pharmacy invites you to...
LAST year a CQC report cited an alarming “30 per cent of homes still fail to meet its specific minimum standard for storing, handling and providing residents’ medication”
Once again stealing the media headlines, care organisations became centre stage to a wave of criticism, which is becoming all too familiar in an industry we all put so much effort in to.
One company resolute on helping care providers make genuine headway to tackle this issue is poignantly named Total Medication Management Services (TOMMS). Dedicated to providing the care home and domiciliary sectors with a comprehensive pharmacy service tailored to each resident, they are focused on combating error from the start, guiding homes through concise training and regular pharmacist consultations.
Having established itself in West Yorkshire, their second new 8,400 square foot dispensary will shortly be operational in Chorley. To celebrate its opening, Tomms Pharmacy is hosting a conference on June 30. With a variety of speakers scheduled, this is sure to be a day to pencil in your calendars.
Enquiries: Telephone Debbie Howe on 07875 482755.
Website: www.tommspharmacy.co.uk
Top News Story From Caring UK
September 2010 | Homes shortlisted for NACC awards
TWO Sanctuary Care homes have reached the finals of the National Association of Care Catering's annual awards.
Ashley House in Bordon, Hampshire has been shortlisted for the care establishment of the year and Hatfield Nursing Home in the innovation category
They will go head-to-head with two other finalists in their categories at the award ceremony in Blackpool on September 16.
TWO Sanctuary Care homes have reached the finals of the National Association of Care Catering's annual awards.
Ashley House in Bordon, Hampshire has been shortlisted for the care establishment of the year and Hatfield Nursing Home in the innovation category
They will go head-to-head with two other finalists in their categories at the award ceremony in Blackpool on September 16.
More News From Caring UK
September 2010 | Care group has stand at county show
CARE South will offer guidance about its social care services at the Dorset County Show in Dorchester on September 4 and 5.
Staff will give advice to people interested in working in care and also to those who want to know how to access the wide range of services available for people.
Chief executive of the Poole-based charity, Susan Willoughby, said: 'As a not-for-profit charity our focus isn't on targets or sales, but a genuine dedication to supporting people in the community who need help to get the best out of life.'
CARE South will offer guidance about its social care services at the Dorset County Show in Dorchester on September 4 and 5.
Staff will give advice to people interested in working in care and also to those who want to know how to access the wide range of services available for people.
Chief executive of the Poole-based charity, Susan Willoughby, said: 'As a not-for-profit charity our focus isn't on targets or sales, but a genuine dedication to supporting people in the community who need help to get the best out of life.'
September 2010 | Fairs take residents down memory lane
A NORTH West care group hosted memory fairs at its homes to celebrate the lives and memories of the residents.
Each memory fair took residents, visitors and staff on a different route down memory lane, with highlights including celebrations of local history and the 1940s, as well as holidays, 'baby days' and wedding themed events.
The events raised £700, which was donated to the Alzheimer's Society and a comfort fund for resident activities.
A NORTH West care group hosted memory fairs at its homes to celebrate the lives and memories of the residents.
Each memory fair took residents, visitors and staff on a different route down memory lane, with highlights including celebrations of local history and the 1940s, as well as holidays, 'baby days' and wedding themed events.
The events raised £700, which was donated to the Alzheimer's Society and a comfort fund for resident activities.
September 2010 | Renowned speaker confirmed for conference
ERIN Bonitto, founder of Gemini Consulting and world renowned innovator of 'Life Enrichment Systems for Dementia', will speak at the care of dementia conference being jointly hosted by National Care Association and Skills for Care.rnThe NCA conference, being held at the Millennium Hotel, London on October 20 and 21, will have a new modular conference programme structure that's designed to give busy care professionals the opportunity to attend for either one or two days, depending on their schedules and subjects of interest.rnChief executive Sheila Scott OBE said: "We are thrilled that such a sought-after keynote speaker, who has presented at over 350 conferences, will be sharing her views on dementia care with delegates who will be able to hear about her experiences of providing hands-on coaching in nursing homes and care homes."
ERIN Bonitto, founder of Gemini Consulting and world renowned innovator of 'Life Enrichment Systems for Dementia', will speak at the care of dementia conference being jointly hosted by National Care Association and Skills for Care.rnThe NCA conference, being held at the Millennium Hotel, London on October 20 and 21, will have a new modular conference programme structure that's designed to give busy care professionals the opportunity to attend for either one or two days, depending on their schedules and subjects of interest.rnChief executive Sheila Scott OBE said: "We are thrilled that such a sought-after keynote speaker, who has presented at over 350 conferences, will be sharing her views on dementia care with delegates who will be able to hear about her experiences of providing hands-on coaching in nursing homes and care homes."
September 2010 | Best practice dementia conference planned for London
HOUSING 21 and the Department of Health are holding a one day conference which will examine best practice in dementia care across London.
The free event, at Dexter House in Tower Hill, will showcase ways of implementing the National Dementia Strategy.
The conference on October 13 will be of interest to anyone involved in the implementation of the dementia strategy in the city, including commissioners and practitioners, and will include speakers and workshops which focus on effectiveness and efficiency.
HOUSING 21 and the Department of Health are holding a one day conference which will examine best practice in dementia care across London.
The free event, at Dexter House in Tower Hill, will showcase ways of implementing the National Dementia Strategy.
The conference on October 13 will be of interest to anyone involved in the implementation of the dementia strategy in the city, including commissioners and practitioners, and will include speakers and workshops which focus on effectiveness and efficiency.
Property News From Caring UK
September 2010 | Norfolk care home has new owners
CHANTVIEW Ltd has completed the sale of Eastways Care Home on behalf of Mr R. Ramsaha to Mr K. Dodla-Bhemah
Situated in the village of Bacton, which is close to both Cromer and Great Yarmouth, the detached building is registered for 10 people with dementia.
Its modern extensions serve as additional space for both lounge and dining rooms.
CHANTVIEW Ltd has completed the sale of Eastways Care Home on behalf of Mr R. Ramsaha to Mr K. Dodla-Bhemah
Situated in the village of Bacton, which is close to both Cromer and Great Yarmouth, the detached building is registered for 10 people with dementia.
Its modern extensions serve as additional space for both lounge and dining rooms.
September 2010 | New care home holds showcasing event
MEMBERS of the local police constabulary and care sector employees gathered at Bradford's newest care home for a showcasing event.rnMill View, which was built by Yorkshire entrepreneur Lawrence Tomlinson, threw open its doors for a talk by Jo Crossland, dementia care practice development consultant and trainer at the University of Bradford. rnThe new Ideal Care Home's bespoke facility offers 25 beds for general purpose residential care and a further 25 for those living with dementia. rnIt was built by sister company LNT Construction - both part of the LNT Group, whose headquarters are based in Leeds.
MEMBERS of the local police constabulary and care sector employees gathered at Bradford's newest care home for a showcasing event.rnMill View, which was built by Yorkshire entrepreneur Lawrence Tomlinson, threw open its doors for a talk by Jo Crossland, dementia care practice development consultant and trainer at the University of Bradford. rnThe new Ideal Care Home's bespoke facility offers 25 beds for general purpose residential care and a further 25 for those living with dementia. rnIt was built by sister company LNT Construction - both part of the LNT Group, whose headquarters are based in Leeds.
September 2010 | DFE sells Lee-on-the-Solent care home
DFE COMMERCIAL has completed the sale of Shangri-La Residential Care Home in Lee-on-the-Solent.
The property, a two-storey detached former dwelling house, was acquired by the vendors in 2007. A significant single-storey extension had previously been added to the rear, increasing the registration to its current level of 20. Full planning consent has now been acquired to add a further six single en-suite rooms to the home.
DFE COMMERCIAL has completed the sale of Shangri-La Residential Care Home in Lee-on-the-Solent.
The property, a two-storey detached former dwelling house, was acquired by the vendors in 2007. A significant single-storey extension had previously been added to the rear, increasing the registration to its current level of 20. Full planning consent has now been acquired to add a further six single en-suite rooms to the home.
September 2010 | New home opens as part of £60m scheme
A NEW £5.5m care home has opened as part of a redevelopment programme by Gloucester Care Partnership (GCP) and the county council.
The 80-bed Millbrook Lodge was constructed by the Leadbitter Group on behalf of The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) and bpha.
Completed in two phases, it is the second new care facility to be opened in Gloucestershire as part of the £60m care home redevelopment programme.
A NEW £5.5m care home has opened as part of a redevelopment programme by Gloucester Care Partnership (GCP) and the county council.
The 80-bed Millbrook Lodge was constructed by the Leadbitter Group on behalf of The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) and bpha.
Completed in two phases, it is the second new care facility to be opened in Gloucestershire as part of the £60m care home redevelopment programme.
September 2010 | Extra housing scheme wins unanimous approval
ARCHADIA'S design for a new extra care housing scheme in the London Borough of Bromley has been
given unanimous approval by the planning committee.
The new scheme, which is being developed by Hanover, will replace an existing 43-bed residential care home which is no longer fit for purpose.
The development comprises 41 one bedroom and nine two bedroom flats, and follows on from another new extra care development by the company at Bromley Common, which is currently under construction.
In addition to the flats themselves, the building will include a dining area, two lounges, a shop and a health suite including assisted bathing and hairdressing facilities.
ARCHADIA'S design for a new extra care housing scheme in the London Borough of Bromley has been
given unanimous approval by the planning committee.
The new scheme, which is being developed by Hanover, will replace an existing 43-bed residential care home which is no longer fit for purpose.
The development comprises 41 one bedroom and nine two bedroom flats, and follows on from another new extra care development by the company at Bromley Common, which is currently under construction.
In addition to the flats themselves, the building will include a dining area, two lounges, a shop and a health suite including assisted bathing and hairdressing facilities.
