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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.
July 22, 2025 Affiliations
Pilot Trial of the Shiny Mind App
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Supporting staff wellbeing Cavendish Homecare is trialling the Shiny Mind app to provide community care workers with tools to reduce stress, boost positivity, and improve mental and physical health. Preventing burnout in social care By offering interactive exercises and masterclasses, the […]
Read moreJuly 22, 2025 Awards
Winners at the Stars of Social Care Awards 2025
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Celebrating social care excellence The Stars of Social Care Awards are a prestigious national initiative designed to recognise the “shining stars” of the sector. They celebrate individuals and teams who demonstrate extraordinary commitment, innovation, and best practices in residential, home, and […]
Read moreJuly 22, 2025 Awards
Finalists in The Palliative and End of Life Care Awards 2025
What are the Palliative Care and End of Life Care awards? Organised by Care Talk magazine, the palliative and end of life care awards serve a vital purpose: they celebrate incredible initiatives led by care professionals in social care and hospices that are truly […]
Read moreJuly 22, 2025 Awards
Cavendish Homecare founder awarded ‘Chief Nursing Officer Gold Award’
What is the Chief Nursing Officer Gold Award? The Chief Nursing Officer Gold Award is one of the highest honours that can be bestowed upon nurses and care workers in England. Developed by NHS England, these awards acknowledge and reward the significant and outstanding […]
Read moreJuly 15, 2025 Holiday Care Support
Holiday destinations for elderly parents
Organising family holidays that cater to older and younger generations alike can be a truly enriching experience, offering fresh perspectives and a change of scenery for everyone, especially for parents in their later years. Planning ahead is crucial, particularly when considering the needs of […]
Read moreJune 20, 2025 Alzheimer’s Care
Dementia research breakthroughs
In recent years, dementia research has seen significant breakthroughs, bringing increasing hope for both treatment and prevention. The field is rapidly evolving as new drugs, diagnostic tools, and a deeper understanding of the disease’s mechanisms emerge. The UK stands as a global leader in […]
Read moreJune 13, 2025 Motor Neurone Disease Care
End-of-life care for Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Understanding MND Motor Neurone Disease is a rare, progressive condition affecting nerves and muscles, making activities like walking, speaking, and swallowing increasingly difficult. Early warning signs Look out for slurred speech, muscle weakness, cramps or twitching, and difficulty with everyday tasks. […]
Read moreJune 12, 2025 Paediatric Care
Protecting our little ones: A guide to child safety awareness
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Prevention through awareness Many serious accidents involving children, from burns and choking to digital risks, are preventable by educating caregivers and creating safe home, outdoor, and online environments. Holistic safety approach Child safety includes physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing, covering areas […]
Read moreMay 28, 2025 End of Life Care
Communicating end-of-life wishes
Talking about death with loved ones is one of the most difficult discussions to have, however, having open conversations about end-of-life wishes can help everyone involved. This is often avoided because we naturally want to protect each other’s feelings. Nonetheless, it is best to […]
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