IPC inspections during lockdown 8 January 2021 Are care homes being rated for their IPC compliance during national lockdown?
Anxiety v stress 5 January 2021 How do I tell whether an employee is suffering from anxiety rather than stress, and when does it become a mental health issue?
Covid-19 vaccination programme for care homes 14 December 2020 What is the UK Covid-19 vaccination programme and how should adult social care organisations access it?
Essential Family Carers scheme 2 December 2020 I’ve heard about an Essential Family Carer (EFC) scheme — could we introduce one in a Covid-19 high alert area this winter?
Coronavirus PPE guidance for care homes 2 December 2020 What is the current coronavirus PPE guidance and how does it apply in care homes?
Covid-19 testing for residents and staff 2 December 2020 Why is coronavirus testing important and what is the Government’s strategy for care home residents and staff?
Medicines management in care homes during Covid-19 25 November 2020 What are the most common causes of medicines misuse in care homes?
Emergency arrangements in the pandemic 19 November 2020 I have been asked to review our emergency planning arrangements in light of the current pandemic situation. Are there any changes I need to make to existing procedures?
Care home visits — rights and responsibilities 17 November 2020 How do I balance my rights as a care provider and my responsibilities when it comes to visits during national Covid-19 restrictions?