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27/03/2025

Bridging the Gap: Ensuring Technology Meets the Real Needs of Care Home Staff

Ensuring care home technology meets staff needs through user-centric design, collaboration, and ongoing support for improved care and efficiency.

20/03/2025

Ahead of The Fall: Why Reactive Fall Prevention Systems Aren't Enough - Discover why proactive fall prevention systems are essential for care homes, moving beyond reactive measures to enhance resident safety and well-being.

Discover why proactive fall prevention systems are essential for care homes, moving beyond reactive measures to enhance resident safety and well-being.

06/03/2025

A read you don't want to miss.

Exceeding Tick-Boxes: Nurse Call Systems That Raise Care Quality, Not Just Meet Minimum Standards.

Discover how advanced nurse call systems for care homes like Arquella Call can raise care quality beyond compliance, fostering proactive, data-driven, and personalised care in UK care homes.

06/03/2025

Exceeding Tick-Boxes: Nurse Call Systems That Raise Care Quality, Not Just Meet Minimum Standards

Discover how advanced nurse call systems for care homes like Arquella Call can raise care quality beyond compliance, fostering proactive, data-driven, and personalised care in UK care homes.

27/02/2025

Report | NHS Hospice Funding in 2025

A £100 million investment aims tosupport end-of-life care in England's hospices, focusing on technology, patient comfort, and operational efficiency.

20/02/2025

Is Your Nurse Call System Complete Without Fall Detection?

Discover the importance of integrated fall detection and alert systems in nurse call systems for proactive care and enhanced resident safety. Explore Arquella's fall prevention technologies today.

25/07/2024

Integrating into digital care records isn't easy.....or is it? 🤔

Arquella Call is our nurse call system, which sits on the same handset as your digital care records. It automatically updates them while you're providing care and ensures a single source of truth.

And the best bit?.. we integrate with all the leading digital care record providers! 🤝

Reach out to the Arquella team today!

24/07/2024

📈 Strategies for Evidencing Outstanding Care in Care Homes 🏡

To ensure care is well-documented and evidenced, here are some proven strategies for care home managers:

📋 Comprehensive Documentation
Accurate record-keeping of all care activities is fundamental. This includes daily logs, medication records, and incident reports. Comprehensive documentation aids in regulatory compliance and provides a clear history of each resident's care.

🔍 Regular Audits and Reviews
Routine audits can help ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement. Regular reviews of care plans and procedures help maintain high standards and adapt to changes in resident needs.

🎓 Training and Education
Continuous training for staff on documentation practices is crucial. Educate them on the importance of evidence-based care and how it contributes to the overall quality of service. Regular workshops and refresher courses can keep everyone up-to-date.

🗣️ Resident Feedback
Collecting and documenting feedback from residents and their families is invaluable. It shows responsiveness to their needs and preferences and provides tangible evidence of commitment to outstanding care.

💻 Digital Solutions
Utilise digital tools and software to streamline documentation processes. Automated and integrated platforms like Arquella Call provide real-time data and insights, making tracking care activities easier and generating reports. These tools save time, reduce errors, enhance communication, improve resident safety, and increase operational efficiency.

What other strategies have you used to evidence care delivered in your care home?

23/07/2024

Falls among the elderly are a significant concern for care providers and healthcare professionals. Their implications extend far beyond physical injuries and impact the economic and social aspects of care.

Implementing effective fall prevention programs and technologies can yield high returns on investment (ROI), both financially and socially.

Read more about the economic and social benefits of fall prevention and see several evidence-based strategies in our latest blog:

https://www.arquella.co.uk/care-insights/the-economic-and-social-benefits-of-implementing-falls-prevention-tools

Learn about the economic and social benefits of implementing falls prevention tools for the elderly. Discover effective strategies, real-world examples, and tools for measuring ROI in this insightful post.

18/07/2024

This week, our blog covers a series of significant stories in the care sector that have caught our eyes here at Arquella.

❤️ First, we share a heartfelt farewell to Lynne and Chris Johnson, a devoted couple who spent their final days together at Ashgate Hospice Care, passing away just days apart after 52 years of marriage. Their story highlights the phenomenal care provided by the hospice, underscoring the critical role such facilities play in offering end-of-life compassion and support.

📖 We dive into the ADASS Spring Survey 2024, which provides essential insights into the current state of adult social care services and the urgent need for sustainable funding solutions. This comprehensive report sheds light on the challenges faced by local authorities and the imperative to prioritise the welfare of those in need of care.

👑 Lastly, we look at the key legislative measures introduced in The King's Speech of July 2024. From the proposed Fair Pay Agreement, which aims to standardise wages and conditions for care workers, to the Employment Rights Bill, which targets exploitative zero-hour contracts, and the Mental Health Bill, which seeks to modernise patient rights and promote community-based support, these initiatives are set to make a lasting impact on the adult social care sector.

Stay informed and read more about these developments on our blog 👇👇

https://www.arquella.co.uk/care-insights/in-the-care-sector-news-18-july-2024

Discover the latest news in the care sector, from financial strains on local councils to legislative measures in adult social care. Read heartwarming stories and industry insights in our blog post.

17/07/2024

Traditional nurse call systems focus solely on emergency calls, often lacking integration with other care management processes. This fragmented approach can lead to inefficiencies, delayed responses, and poor communication among staff.

The Benefits of Advanced Systems

📞 Enhanced Communication: Real-time notifications and detailed call logs improve staff coordination.

📋 Regulatory Compliance: Systems support adherence to standards set by bodies like the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

🏥 Improved Resident Safety: Faster response times and detailed data help reduce the risk of injuries.

⚙️ Operational Efficiency: Seamless integration with existing care management systems streamlines operations.

Embracing advanced technology can greatly improve the quality of care and operational success in healthcare settings.

Read more here: https://www.arquella.co.uk/care-insights/2nd-generation-nurse-call-systems

16/07/2024

What Does It Mean If You Can't Evidence Your Care?

📝 Failing to provide evidence can have far-reaching consequences. Even the most diligent, outstanding, compassionate care can be overlooked or undervalued without clear, documented proof.

The inability to evidence care can lead to several negative consequences:

🚫 Regulatory Challenges: Failure to meet regulatory standards and inspections, risking penalties and closure.

🏠 Reputation Damage: Loss of trust and credibility among families, potential residents, and the wider community.

🔍 Operational Issues: Increased scrutiny and oversight from regulatory bodies, leading to additional stress and operational difficulties.

💸 Financial Strain: Reduced funding and financial support from governmental and private entities.

⚖️ Legal Risks: Increased vulnerability to legal actions from families and stakeholders.

Documenting and evidencing your care is crucial for sustained success and trust in the care industry!

You can read more about some actionable strategies to help you demonstrate and evidence the exceptional care you deliver here:

https://www.arquella.co.uk/care-insights/strategies-for-effective-evidence-collection-in-care-homes

Discover the importance of evidencing outstanding care in residential care homes and actionable strategies to achieve excellence. Learn how to document care effectively and overcome common challenges.