The care sector is facing significant challenges that are forcing some providers to exit the market. The combination of challenging funding environment, rise in energy costs, recruitment issues, increasing regulation and market saturation is making it difficult for small and medium sized operators to remain in business.

I was asked the other day, what is contract furniture for the care home sector? It is often too easy to become complacent and assume everyone is knowledgeable in what you do. 

Mark Hickman, director at Chandler & Co.  Independent Care Home and wider health & social care sector mortgage brokers, talks about care home transformation and the need for funding for a sustainable care home sector.

Leading digital care records platform Nourish Care are hosting an essential webinar in July for services who support those with learning disabilities - 'How digital can impact the lives of people with learning disabilities and release ICB capacity'.

Ownacarehome in collaboration with BoConcept Contracts South East Interior Design & Furnishings take a look at gardens and interior interaction for care homes and how they continue to adapt alongside the green journey.

 

Long-term sickness absence is at a record high, which is a real headache for employers. It’s the top absence-related issue our clients are calling our 24/7 advice line about, and it’s something that can leave a business facing lost productivity, escalating costs, and even potential tribunal claims.

From reminiscing on fond memories to laughing at fashion choices and hairstyles - looking through old photos is a great way to get the whole family together.

Win a free Health & Safety health check from our partner, Citation. Enter before the 7th July to win an in-depth visit from one of their friendly consultants and go into your next inspection with total confidence.

In 2022, CQC set out its new regulatory approach for health and care providers. Its aim remains to drive improvements across the sector but address the issues they have faced over the years.

BoConcept’s has a dedicated interior design and furnishing division, supporting interior concepts for care home owners operating across the Kent County and beyond.

Ownacarehome Q&A with Debbie Harris Founder of Autumna as a follow up to UK Care Week looking at care home providers increasing enquiries for their care services from the self-funding community.

With rising temperatures and the increasing risks of heat-related illnesses, it's crucial to prioritise the wellbeing of your employee‘s during the summer season.