We are in the Times of Tunbridge Wells
mmaters2024-01-06T19:26:55+00:00https://www.timeslocalnews.co.uk/tunbridge-wells-digital/read-the-times-of-tunbridge-wells-15th-november-2023/
CQC Misdiagnose Regulatory Breaches and Damage Good Providers
mmaters2024-01-06T19:34:28+00:00"CQC inspectors have the right to express an opinion as to a breach of Regulations, but have no right to determine a “breach” which involves an allegation that a criminal offence has been committed. Only the Courts can determine whether there has been such a breach." Read: CQC Misdiagnose Regulatory Breaches and Damage Good Providers [...]
The state of the adult social care sector and workforce in England
mmaters2024-01-06T19:38:38+00:00The state of the adult social care sector and workforce in England (Published October 2023) Website: The state of the adult social care sector and workforce in England (skillsforcare.org.uk) PDF: The State of the Adult Social Care Sector and Workforce 2023 (skillsforcare.org.uk)
Modern Slavery in the Care Sector
mmaters2024-01-06T19:22:32+00:00https://www.ridout-law.com/the-risks-of-modern-slavery-in-the-care-sector/
Visiting Angels Office Opening Celebration!!!!
mmaters2023-12-25T10:06:35+00:00Visiting Angels South West Kent and East Sussex on the Eridge Estate celebrated its office opening on Thursday, September 21st. The mayor of Tunbridge Wells, Councillor Hugh Patterson, cut the ribbon to the office and the first slice of a beautifully decorated cake. Visiting Angels offers home care of a different type. Specialising in offering [...]
Career Progression in Care
Sana Singh2023-05-31T14:55:15+01:00Career progression in the field of care is an essential aspect for individuals who are passionate about providing quality care and support to those in need. As care workers and support workers develop their skills and gain experience, they have the opportunity to advance in their careers and take on more responsibilities. Ways to [...]
Corona Virus – Covid 19
Dan Archer2024-01-06T19:45:17+00:00We want to ensure that we are communicating the most relevant and up-to-date information to both our clients’ and to our staff. Prior to receiving the official guidance from government and public health England we had already taken several steps. We have been in regular contact with our caregivers providing updates on the virus [...]
Medication errors cause problems for thousands.
Dan Archer2024-01-06T19:47:18+00:00Research conducted by the universities of York, Sheffield and Manchester has highlighted that a mistake is made 237million times a year in the administration or prescription of medication. The mistakes made in both the health and social care sector for the most part didn’t cause harm but in 28% of the mistakes moderate or [...]
Beware the shadow you cast.
Dan Archer2024-01-06T19:40:32+00:00For many years I have thought about the impact that our interactions with each other have, even during the time when we are apart. For much of my professional career I have said “beware the shadow you cast” meaning that the way you treat someone when you are with them can have a positive [...]