Reporting Female Genital Mutilation Reporting Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is now a legal requirement. Whether you are a doctor, nurse, midwife or teacher the onus is now on reporting female genital mutilation (FGM) to the police. Female genital mutilation is … Continued
The planned introduction under the Care Act to cap fees of £72,000 on the amount people have to pay towards their care in old age is now delayed until April 2020. This care home fee betrayal will come as a … Continued
Every day we read heartbreaking reports of indifference, neglect and abuse of elderly people. It makes us feel frightened for our future selves. We feel overwhelmed by the scale of the problem and inadequate in effecting change. Identifying care home … Continued
The Care Act 2014 offers further protection from abuse and neglect The Care Act 2014 Protecting the Elderly The Care Act 2014 finally came into force on the 6th April 2015. It replaces the old system. It puts the emphasis … Continued
The last few weeks has seen one of the biggest product liability recalls hit Volkswagen. VW owners recall will affect up to 11m vehicles. Approximately 16% of cars on the road in the UK are VW Group cars. The car … Continued
It was a pleasure to attend the Womens Institute Centennial Fair in Harrogate. We helped celebrate 100 years of the Womens Institute’s achievements. It was four fantastic days of craft, food, travel and lifestyle. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing you at … Continued
Henna tattoo dangers cannot be understated. Did you get a temporary black henna tattoo this summer? Do you understand henna tattoo dangers? Chances are it was not henna at all and may have already have caused skin damage. The British … Continued
Diabetes Care Diabetes care for adults has improved substantially in recent decades. However, 23% of patients with diabetes and a foot ulcer will lose at least part of their foot. This is despite intensive treatment. There are a number of … Continued
Are you in a care home? Thinking of moving to a care home? Then you will be wondering how much will my care home charge me? If you need to move to a care home, it is likely that you … Continued
If you are unhappy with your care home then moving care homes after neglect is the safest option. You have the right to choose where you live. Even if your local council is arranging and paying for all or some … Continued