Prestige Nursing & Care Ipswich

24/07/2025

It's Samaritans Awareness Day!

Do you need support or just someone to talk to? You can contact Samaritans by:

- Calling 116 123
- Emailing Jo@samaritans.org
- Talking to someone in person, find your local branch here https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/visit-us-branch/

*It can take a few days to get a response by email, if you need urgent support you can phone in 24/7.

Samaritans

21/07/2025

What are the advantages of being a carer?

Being a carer offers many practical benefits such as flexibility and a good work-life balance while allowing you to make a positive impact in someone’s life. The good news is demand for care work is only expected to rise, so there is no better time to embark on this job path.

If you are considering a job in care, you may have questions such as: “What is it like being a carer?” or “What are the pros and cons of being a carer?”. Don’t worry we have you covered, read more below…

Some advantages include…

- Making a difference – one of the main reasons why people choose care work is because of the positive difference it makes to someone’s life. As a professional carer the emotional support and companionship you provide can make a real positive difference in the lives of those you care for.

- Flexible working hours - A variety of different working hours and rotas mean it’s possible to find shifts that fit in with your life situation.

- A variety of job opportunities - There are plenty of job opportunities available from care professionals to complex care assistants and demand is only expected to grow.

At Prestige Nursing & Care we are always looking for compassionate and dedicated people to join our team. We believe in supporting our carers in every aspect of their career so that they have the training and resources necessary to provide our clients with outstanding care. You can learn more about our recruitment process here https://www.prestige-nursing.co.uk/jobs/carer-jobs/

19/07/2025

Home care services provided by the Ipswich Prestige & Nursing care team encompass a range of supportive services provided in the comfort of a person’s home. These services are designed to support individuals who may need help with daily activities due to age, illness, disability, or recovery from surgery, Dementia sitting service
Some key aspects of our home care services include:
Personal care: Support with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene needs.
Household support: Help with cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.
Medication management: Ensuring medications are taken as prescribed, including reminders and organisation.
Mobility assistance: Support with getting in and out of bed, moving around the home.
Companionship: Providing emotional support and social interaction to help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
These services can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual, allowing them to maintain their independence and quality of life while receiving the care they require.
We are here to discuss your needs at a time convenient to you on Tel: 01473 559750
Email: ipswich@prestige-nursing.co.uk

18/07/2025

Colleagues, do you know someone who may be interested in joining one of our teams? Get in touch with us at referafriend@prestige-nursing.co.uk and earn some extra money!

We're always looking for fantastic new starters to join our teams and, as a valued Prestige Nursing & Care colleague, you are one of the best ambassadors for our business.

Happy referring!

11/07/2025

Ipswich & Prestige staff thank you so much for your tireless commitment to care, you are important to us and so many in the community, please also remember and ensure to also take good care of yourselves in this heat.

11/07/2025

Home care services provided by the Ipswich Prestige & Nursing care team encompass a range of supportive services provided in the comfort of a person’s home. These services are designed to support individuals who may need help with daily activities due to age, illness, disability, or recovery from surgery.
Some key aspects of our home care services include:
Personal care: Support with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene needs.
Household support: Help with cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.
Medication management: Ensuring medications are taken as prescribed, including reminders and organisation.
Mobility assistance: Support with getting in and out of bed, moving around the home.
Companionship: Providing emotional support and social interaction to help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
These services can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual, allowing them to maintain their independence and quality of life while receiving the care they require.
We are here to discuss your needs at a time convenient to you on Tel: 01473 559750
Email: ipswich@prestige-nursing.co.uk

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

*Amber Heat Health Alert*

The UK Health Security Agency has now issued an Amber Heat Health Alert for some parts of England, valid until Monday 14 July at 9.00am, with temperatures expected to exceed 30°C.

High temperatures can put people at risk, especially older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions. Health and care services may face more pressure, and indoor spaces could become dangerously warm.

Top tips to stay safe:

For clients:

• offer water regularly
• keep curtains/blinds closed during the hottest parts of the day
• encourage light, loose clothing
• avoid outings between 11am–3pm
• use fans or ventilation safely
• apply sunscreen and wear hats when outside
• watch for signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, nausea, confusion, heavy sweating

For colleagues:

• stay hydrated and carry water with you
• take your breaks in cool or shaded places
• wear SPF 30+ if outdoors for long periods

Stay informed:

You can sign up for alerts and read more guidance here:

• https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/
• https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/11/heat-health-what-you-need-to-know-for-summer-2025/

We have also shared guidance on our team portal.

Let’s keep ourselves and those we care for safe during the heatwave!

10/07/2025

*Yellow Heat Health Alert*

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a Yellow Heat Health Alert for some parts of England, valid until Tuesday 15 July at 10am, with temperatures expected to exceed 30°C.

High temperatures can put people at risk, especially older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions. Health and care services may face more pressure, and indoor spaces could become dangerously warm.

Top tips to stay safe:

For clients:

• offer water regularly
• keep curtains/blinds closed during the hottest parts of the day
• encourage light, loose clothing
• avoid outings between 11am–3pm
• use fans or ventilation safely
• apply sunscreen and wear hats when outside
• watch for signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, nausea, confusion, heavy sweating

For colleagues:

• stay hydrated and carry water with you
• take your breaks in cool or shaded places
• wear SPF 30+ if outdoors for long periods

Stay informed:

You can sign up for alerts and read more guidance here:

• https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/11/heat-health-what-you-need-to-know-for-summer-2025/

• https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

We have also shared guidance on our team portal.
Let’s keep ourselves and those we care for safe during the heatwave!

04/07/2025

What is Complex Care?

Complex care is specialist support provided to individuals who have multiple or interrelated health issues that require a higher level of dedicated care and support than more standard care services.

Who can benefit from complex care?

Anyone with ongoing or complex care needs could benefit from complex care including:

• Individuals with degenerative conditions like dementia, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis
• Stroke care
• Cancer care
• Individuals with physical disabilities such as muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy
• Individuals with respiratory conditions
• Anyone that is about to be discharged from a hospital but faces a substantial recovery process
• Anyone requiring a cost-effective alternative to residential care facilities or nursing homes
• Palliative / End of life care

Prestige Nursing & Care can provide you or a loved one with the care you need, from condition-led care to expert nurse-led care.

For more information on Complex Care and how Prestige Nursing & Care can support you, visit our website here https://www.prestige-nursing.co.uk/blogs/what-is-complex-care-prestige-nursing-care/

03/07/2025

Happy Disability Pride Month!

Today we are shining the spotlight on Disability Pride Month which was founded in 1990 with the aim of raising awareness and promoting the inclusion of people with disabilities. It also creates conversations among people who are not part of the disabled community on how best to support people with disabilities.

In 2019 Ann Magill created the Disability Pride flag shown below with the colours representing each type of disability:

- Red – physical disabilities
- Gold/yellow – neurodivergence
- White – invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
- Blue – mental health conditions and illnesses
- Green – sensory disabilities

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The Disability support services website has a list of things to know and do when supporting the dignity of disabled people. You can read these here https://ow.ly/QTZu50WkuBY

Want to get involved? Here are some events you can join:

- Scope are hosting a free online event on the 23rd July ‘Turning Prejudice into Pride’. You can join their free online event here https://ow.ly/Vtk050WkuBZ

- Inclusion talk series (Disability Pride Month) – boldly belong online event on the 22nd July. Register for your free ticket here https://ow.ly/bBgO50WkuCP