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What’s the reality of implementing two levels of care tech in a traditional nursing home?
By Liam Palmer, Founder, Care Tech Guide When people talk about digital transformation in care, they often forget how tough it is to implement even simple systems - especially in large, traditional nursing homes. During lockdown, I was running one such home. A neighbourhood facility owned by local GPs and pharmacists. A classic case. Still respected in the community, but long overdue for investment. No signage, potholes in the car park, an overgrown garden and a management structure overloaded with supervisory staff. Frankly, it was unloved.
LifeLibrary: Bringing stories to life during Dementia Action Week
Dementia Week is a time to raise awareness, but also to reflect on how we connect with those living with dementia. For Sheridan Norrey, founder of LifeLibrary, that connection begins with stories. “Carers often find it hard to see through the ‘now’ person they’re looking after,” Sheridan explains. “But when you know someone’s life story, who they were as a child, their passions, their milestones, it changes everything.”
Will the NHS’s New Look Speed Up AI Adoption in Integrated Social Care?
The landscape of healthcare in the UK is undergoing drastic change. With the recent restructuring of the NHS and the removal of NHS England as a central body, the focus is on streamlining operations.
Why Do Some Care Tech Solutions Look the Same?
Care providers, like you, often express frustration that most care tech solutions seem almost identical. With so many options on the market, it can feel nearly impossible to identify straight away which one would work best in your care setting. This challenge is not uncommon, but with a strategic approach, you can cut through the noise and find the solution that truly meets the unique needs of your care environment.
Technology Is No Longer a Luxury – It’s a Necessity!
Start your budget planning early to ensure your care organisation allocates resources strategically. Prioritise technology investments to enhance operational efficiency, improve the quality of care, and meet regulatory compliance for the upcoming year.
Navigating the Digital Care Landscape with Care Tech Guide
Discover practical tips to overcome challenges and leverage digital tools for enhanced care delivery.
Learning Management System (LMS) Deep Dive
By implementing Learning Management Training (LMS) systems, care homes and home care providers can improve their services. This includes providing training to staff, enhancing their expertise, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Prioritising ongoing knowledge will improve residents’ overall health and wellbeing.
Payroll Software Deep Dive
Integrating payroll software into a care company’s functions represents a significant shift in managing payroll, with the goal of streamlining processes, ensuring adherence to regulations, and enhancing the level of care provided. The software brings a set of modules tailored for smooth operations, better communication, and reliable compliance. This combination isn’t solely about enhancing administrative tasks; it serves as a driving force for advancing the standard of care offered in the ever-evolving realm of the social care industry.
Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Deep Dive
An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is a tool that changes how organisations handle recruitment. It acts as a central platform, managing everything from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires. This system simplifies candidate data organisation, job postings, and automates numerous recruitment tasks. ATS platforms offer a wide range of functionalities, including candidate management, job distribution, application screening, communication tools and much more.
eMAR Deep Dive: Features & Benefits
eMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record) is a digital system used to manage and document the administration of medications to residents/ people you supports within various healthcare settings. The traditional Medication Administration Record (MAR) is a paper-based, manual record that staff use to document details of medication administration with an increased risk of human error throughout the process.
Rostering Overview
Rostering software is designed to create and manage shifts to aid and enable qualified and trained staff to deliver person-centred care based on accurate shift planning.
Activity Planning Software Overview
In social care, activity software organises and oversees various activities for individuals in social care settings. It schedules recreational events, therapy sessions, and social gatherings, providing calendars, tracking participation, and assessing their impact on the well-being of those you support. This tool supports staff communication and customises plans to enhance the quality of life and social interactions of those in your care.