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John Ramsay’s thoughts for World Alzheimer’s Day 2021

John Ramsay’s thoughts for World Alzheimer’s Day 2021

With experts estimating that global cases could triple by 2050, the care sector must be one of the UK's big priorities.  Social-Ability MD, John Ramsay reflects on the challenges those in the care sector face and the extent to which these challenges have been exacerbated by the pandemic, and a health and social care sector under so much obvious strain.
More than just “memory loss”

More than just “memory loss”

With the coronavirus pandemic placing acute pressure on elderly care providers, it is deeply concerning to see new reports that as many as one in 10 dementia cases could have been missed during the pandemic. John Ramsay, managing director of Social-Ability, says people’s wellbeing must be at the forefront of addressing the backlog in dementia cases.
Practical recruitment and retention resources for your care home

Practical recruitment and retention resources for your care home

Care providers are reporting increasing problems both finding and keeping staff. With the economy bouncing back and hospitality and retail sectors aggressively rehiring, now is the perfect time to review the way you recruit and retain staff.
‘Pingdemic’ self-isolation crisis | your free guide to managing sickness and absence

‘Pingdemic’ self-isolation crisis | your free guide to managing sickness and absence

With more than half a million pinged by the NHS Test and Trace App**– leading to what’s been termed ‘pingdemic’ – it’s likely your business will be facing increased cases of self-isolation. But did you know, as an employer you could receive a fine of up to £10K for failing to comply with self-isolation rules?
Lenders supporting the care sector - challenging times but positive signs  by Liz Woollett - Director at Chandler & Co.

Lenders supporting the care sector - challenging times but positive signs by Liz Woollett - Director at Chandler & Co.

Despite the complications of lockdown, we have continued to speak with a lot of Care Home operator clients, old and new.  Having been at the forefront of the pandemic, operators have been forced to remain dynamic during the hardest of circumstances and are now at the forefront of industries to face the future with this intense experience under their belt.

Why care homes should install antimicrobial lighting

Why care homes should install antimicrobial lighting

In the new Age of Viruses, care homes and nursing homes can take one decision that would be an effective bulwark against the deadly threats from not only Covid-19 but also comorbid conditions and infections, ranging from urinary tract infections to lower respiratory infections and cases of colonised MRSA and C. difficile. That choice is to invest in Vyv antimicrobial lighting solutions.