How are care homes adapting to life post-lockdown?
The coronavirus pandemic delivered an unwelcome dose of stress, anxiety, and adversity to a variety of industries — and the Care Sector was no exception. The past two years have seen us grapple with PPE shortages, crippling uncertainty, and overwhelming heartbreak as we’ve fought tooth and nail to keep our residents (and our staff) safe […]
How to settle someone with dementia into a nursing home
This post follows on from How Fulford cares for residents with dementia. There, we discuss the benefits of nursing home care for dementia patients, how to know when to move a loved one with dementia into care, and Fulford’s approach to dementia care. Here, in part two, we explore the days, weeks, and months after […]
Your introduction to respite care in a nursing home
Caring for a friend or family member can be incredibly rewarding — but it can also be a labour-intensive job filled with long hours and complex emotions. And, if you’re not careful, it can quickly take its toll on your mental and physical health. That’s why you must take a break now and again. Yet, […]