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Long Lie pathway for Homecare providers
Across the Integrated Care Board (ICS) the long lie pathway is now live. The aim of this pathway is for treatment and assessment to be completed in the community, which will be quicker than going into hospital. Falls are distressing for all individuals, they can...
Launching the NEW Support Service Directory available for Care Homes
HCPA are proud to launch the new Support Service Directory currently available for care home providers. This is a directory that lets providers easily search for support services, such as Hospital at Home, Admission Avoidance, End of Life, Intervention Vehicles,...
Age UK Hertfordshire, Winter Welfare Checks
Age UK Hertfordshire are supporting people again this year with Winter Welfare Checks to help with the cost-of-living impact. This will be primarily for older people, however, anyone who is vulnerable and living in hardship can be referred. We will be delivering this...
How can you prevent Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
To effectively reduce AMR, we must all use antimicrobials prudently and appropriately and take preventive measures to reduce the incidence of infections. Infection prevention is key as preventing and controlling infections will lead to fewer antimicrobial drugs being...
Changes Coming to Holiday Pay for Part-Time and ‘Irregular Hours Workers’ including within the Social Care Sector
The government is making changes to how holiday pay is calculated for part-time and irregular hours workers, starting from January 2024. This will affect various sectors, including social care providers and other businesses. The new rules aim to clear up confusion...
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