The Power of Happy, Motivated Staff in Providing Exceptional Care for Residents
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The Power of Happy, Motivated Staff in Providing Exceptional Care for Residents

The Power of Happy, Motivated Staff in Providing Exceptional Care for Residents In the world of healthcare and assisted living, the wellbeing of residents is paramount. Families place their trust…

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Addressing Mental Health Failures: A Call to Action Following the Nottingham Tragedy
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Addressing Mental Health Failures: A Call to Action Following the Nottingham Tragedy

In June 2023, a devastating incident in Nottingham claimed the lives of three people and left three others injured, raising urgent questions about the state of mental health care in…

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The Benefits of Hiring an Interim Manager in Care Homes
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The Benefits of Hiring an Interim Manager in Care Homes

Running a care home effectively requires a skilled manager to ensure high standards of care, regulatory compliance, and smooth daily operations. When a managerial vacancy arises, the immediate response might…

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Promoting Equality for those living with a learning disability – Introducing Jo Edmeades our Learning Disability Specialist Consultant.
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Promoting Equality for those living with a learning disability – Introducing Jo Edmeades our Learning Disability Specialist Consultant.

Swift Management Services proud of our work with providers of Learning Disability Services. Our specialist learning disability consultant supports providers to achieve excellence in care. Jo Edmeades our learning disability…

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Balancing Act: Exploring the Significance of Staffing Levels in UK Care Homes
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Balancing Act: Exploring the Significance of Staffing Levels in UK Care Homes

Staffing levels are crucial for ensuring the well-being and quality of care in care homes across the United Kingdom. Having enough staff directly affects resident safety, personalised attention, emotional support,…

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Supporting Resident Autonomy: Strategies for Upholding Decision-Making Rights in UK Care Homes
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Supporting Resident Autonomy: Strategies for Upholding Decision-Making Rights in UK Care Homes

In UK care homes, respecting residents' autonomy and decision-making rights is crucial for providing personalised care. Residents have the right to make their own choices, even if others may view…

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The CQC’s Single Assessment Framework and Provider Preparedness
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The CQC’s Single Assessment Framework and Provider Preparedness

The CQC is currently overhauling its inspection and reporting processes through the Single Assessment Framework (SAF), initiating questions about evidence requirements for providers and the continuity of certain elements in…

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Care Home Managers are recommended to proactively support the MRHA Yellow Care scheme.

Health and Social care providers, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals, play a crucial role in the Medicines and Health care products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) Yellow Card Scheme.…

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Covert administration of medication in a care home
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Covert administration of medication in a care home

The covert administration of medication is monitored closely by the Care Quality Commission during inspections and monitoring calls. If a home is administering medication covertly, the home's policy for administering…

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Local Authority Safeguarding Investigations can be expensive for care providers
Local Authority Safeguarding Investigations can be expensive for care providers

Local Authority Safeguarding Investigations can be expensive for care providers

Due to multiple safeguarding enquiries, the Swift Management Team often work with providers that are under their local authorities' spotlights.   Not all safeguarding issues should be subject to the Care…

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