Source: nursingtimes
Charity issues warning on spike in older people waiting for days in A&E
There has been an “exponential increase” in patients aged over 65 experiencing a wait of between one and three days in accident and emergency departments, a leading charity has warned. Charity issues warning on spike in older people waiting for days in A&E appeared first on Nursing Times.
Source: nursingtimes
Researchers to investigate impact of stress on intensive care nurses
A group of UK researchers are planning to measure stress levels among critical care nurses to see if it impacts on patient care and whether efforts should focus on creating a calmer, more resilient workforce. Researchers to investigate impact of stress on intensive care nurses appeared first on Nursing Times.
Source: nursingtimes
Nursing care provided by children’s hospice rated ‘outstanding’ by CQC
A hospice in Kent, which provides end-of-life care and support for babies, children, young people and their families, has been rated as ‘outstanding’ overall by regulators. Nursing care provided by children’s hospice rated ‘outstanding’ by CQC appeared first on Nursing Times.
Source: thecareruk
Big Garden Birdwatch 2026: Care Homes Prepare for Nation’s Favourite Wildlife Event
Care homes across the UK are gearing up for this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey that has become a beloved... Big Garden Birdwatch 2026: Care Homes Prepare for Nation’s Favourite Wildlife Event appeared first on The Carer.
More News
Midsomer Norton Care Home Donates Over £1,000 to Time is Precious Charity
January 21, 2026 11:27 AM
Somer Valley House care home in Midsomer Norton presented a donation of over £1,000 to local charity, Time is Precious, raised over the festive period.... Midsomer Norton Care Home Donates Over £1,000 to Time is Precious Charity appeared first on The Carer.
Source: thecareruk
Lord Mayor Opens £10 Million Care Home In Herne Bay
January 21, 2026 11:12 AM
The Lord Mayor of Canterbury Councillor Keji Moses and Lady Mayoress Carol Reed have officially opened Dunham Care’s first care home; Herne Bay Manor in... Lord Mayor Opens £10 Million Care Home In Herne Bay appeared first on The Carer.
Source: thecareruk
Care Home Fundraisers Amass £3,000 to Help Maintain Ancient Dorset Mill
January 21, 2026 11:00 AM
Residents and staff at a north Dorset care home have raised nearly £3,000 for the community charity that looks after their town’s historic mill. The... Care Home Fundraisers Amass £3,000 to Help Maintain Ancient Dorset Mill appeared first on The Carer.
Source: thecareruk
The Social Care Institute for Excellence’s Chief Executive, Kathryn Marsden OBE, Announces Departure
January 21, 2026 10:46 AM
Kathryn Marsden OBE, Chief Executive of the Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE), will step down from her role at the end of February 2026... The Social Care Institute for Excellence’s Chief Executive, Kathryn Marsden OBE, Announces Departure appeared first on The Carer.
Source: thecareruk
Residents Brew Up for Samaritans at The Denby Care Home
January 21, 2026 10:35 AM
Residents at HC-One’s The Denby Care Home in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, came together with family members this morning to support the Samaritans as part of... Residents Brew Up for Samaritans at The Denby Care Home appeared first on The Carer.
Source: thecareruk
Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme open for applications
January 21, 2026 9:26 AM
Applications for cohort 29 of the Digital Health and Care Leadership Programme (DLP) are open to all health and social care settings in Scotland including health, social care, social work, housing, charities and the third sector.
Source: nmc
SSSC Registered - qualifying the workforce
January 21, 2026 9:03 AM
We want everyone to know that registering with the SSSC means committing to being qualified for your role. Our #SSSCregistered campaign supports the social care and children and young people workforce to gain their necessary qualifications for registration and tell people about it.
Source: nmc
The role of curiosity as a compassionate tool for de-escalating violence
January 21, 2026 8:19 AM
Discover how curiosity, alongside de-escalation, can help nurses manage workplace violence with empathy, reflection and safer patient care. The role of curiosity as a compassionate tool for de-escalating violence appeared first on Nursing Times.
Source: nursingtimes