Nutrition and Hydration Week highlights the vital role that food and drink play in supporting the health, wellbeing and quality of life of people receiving care. For residents living…
Each March, Nutrition & Hydration Week reminds us that good care begins with good nourishment. For those working in care homes and supported living environments, food and drink are more…
By Rachel Sipaul, Senior Dietitian at apetito Swallowing Awareness Day (March 18th) provides an opportunity for care homes to reflect on their pivotal role in identifying and supporting…
As care providers across the country mark Nutrition & Hydration Week, we are reminded that they are not simply part of daily routines. They are fundamental to…
Leadership plays a critical role in the quality of care delivered within services. While many factors influence inspection outcomes, including staffing levels, governance systems and resident needs,…
Winning contracts in the care sector can be challenging. From understanding frameworks to meeting commissioner requirements, many providers miss opportunities simply because they’re unsure how the tendering process works….
By Rachel Sipaul, Senior Dietitian at apetito As we celebrate ‘Nutrition and Hydration Week’ 2026, it is an opportunity to focus on two aspects of care that are often…
One of the most persistent and costly problems in social care hiring is the gap between what candidates genuinely want from a job and what employers are advertising….
Nilaqua has launched a new addition to its waterless hair care range: the Nilaqua Biodegradable Shampoo & Conditioner Wrap – Antibacterial, offering rinse-free hair cleansing with a strong…
From 6 April 2026, the way Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) works is changing. These reforms will affect who qualifies for SSP, when payments begin, and how much some…
From April 2026, new UK legislation imposing joint and several liability for PAYE / NI in temporary labour supply chains will introduce significant new risks to users of…
Running a care service involves solving problems constantly. From staffing pressures to governance challenges, safeguarding issues to documentation requirements, managers navigate an extraordinary range of responsibilities every…