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Read about all things homecare below, including the latest care industry articles, advice, and company announcements, curated by the Cavendish Homecare Team.
November 5, 2023 Dementia care
What is project ECHO
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Collaborative learning model Project ECHO is a virtual distance-learning methodology that uses video conferencing to share specialist medical knowledge and best practices between expert teams and local healthcare providers. Evidence-based principles The model relies on four pillars: leveraging technology for remote […]
Read moreOctober 30, 2023 Holiday Care Support
Travel care assistance
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Plan and prepare with your doctor Discuss your travel plans, get approval for your trip, request medical letters if needed, and review vaccinations and medication requirements. Know your destination and emergency contacts Familiarise yourself with the nearest hospital, emergency services, and […]
Read moreOctober 25, 2023 Awards
Finalists in the Great British Care Awards 2021
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Homecare manager award recognition Mairead Liston was named a finalist for her expertise in managing complex homecare services and her role in securing Cavendish Homecare’s “Outstanding” in Care CQC rating. Dignity in care excellence Maggie Candy was recognised for her dedication […]
Read moreOctober 20, 2023 Awards
Winner in The Social Care Leadership Awards 2022
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Celebrating sector excellence Care Talk is a leading publication dedicated to promoting positive stories and outstanding work within social care. It serves as a vital voice for the industry, highlighting the achievements of those who provide exceptional service across the UK. […]
Read moreOctober 20, 2023 End of Life Care
Importance of spiritual support at the end of life
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Finding meaning and peace Spiritual support helps people make sense of their lives when facing a terminal illness. It is not just about religion; it is about exploring personal values, finding sources of strength, and seeking hope, gratitude, and a sense […]
Read moreOctober 19, 2023 Awards
Finalist in the Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards
What is WAGS? Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) is a collaboration from Care Talk magazine and Kent Integrated Care Alliance (KICA). The purpose of WAGS is to create an informal forum of women leaders from all areas of social care. Over 85% […]
Read moreOctober 19, 2023 Awards
Finalists in the LaingBuisson Awards 2022
What is the LaingBuisson Awards? The LaingBuisson Awards celebrate businesses that set new standards of excellence within their industries. They are judged independently and objectively and focus on the people providing the care as well as their advisors. Leaders from across the sector come […]
Read moreOctober 15, 2023 Homecare Services
Differences between palliative hospital care and homecare
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Holistic support Palliative care improves comfort and quality of life for people with terminal or serious illnesses, addressing physical, emotional, and practical needs. Home and hospital care Specialist teams provide symptom management, emotional support, and smooth transitions between hospital, hospice, or […]
Read moreOctober 8, 2023 Affiliations
Introduction of the Outstanding Society
What is The Outstanding Society? The Outstanding Society (OS), founded in 2018, was formed by a small group of adult social care providers who had all recently achieved ‘Outstanding’ ratings from CQC (Care Quality Commission). The society was the idea of Camilla Trimble, who […]
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