Feature: Malnutrition in the elderly
The latest figures from NHS England show that three million, or 1 in 20 adults, are affected by malnutrition. This…
‘Stormy waters ahead’ for recruitment of nurses and midwives
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has warned that while there are record numbers of registered professionals on its books,…
Immigration Bill could create ‘staffing blackhole’ for care homes
The leaders of 37 national organisations have warned that the government’s new Immigration Bill could create a ‘workforce cliff-edge’ for…
People with learning disabilities hit by social care cuts
More than a third of people with learning disabilities have lost care and support as a result of cuts to…
Government has no plan for future PPE supplies, MPs warn
A cross-party group of MPs has criticised the government failing to have a ‘clear understanding’ of the PPE equipment needed…
Rochdale’s home adaptation service resumes
Rochdale Borough Council’s adult care service has resumed its disabled facilities grants work, which includes home improvement adaptations for older…
Number of people who smoke continues to fall
Less than one in seven people still smoke, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The…
Coming to a care home near you – the apetiser!
Food supplier apetito is to take its new mobile presentation suite – the appetiser – the care homes around the…
