coronavirus News - Home Care Insight

Leaders People by Sarah Clarke on July 8, 2020

The former advisor said COVID-19 has shown the health sector that discharging people into care homes 'doesn’t always work'.

Leaders in the home care sector believe the recognition of care workers during the pandemic could lead to positive outcomes going forward.

The on-demand COVID-19 recovery service will be accessible from home and include access to nurses, physiotherapists and mental health support.

The fund aims to ensure that social care workers do not experience financial hardship if they fall ill or have to self-isolate due to coronavirus.

Scientists say a positive antibody test does not prove immunity and the test offered “no benefit" to hospital and care staff.

Two billion PPE items have been delivered to NHS and social care staff since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, the government has announced.

The guidance covers shielding and the use of ‘care groups’ to reduce the risk of vulnerable people being exposed to COVID-19.

Leaders People by Sarah Clarke on June 24, 2020

While welcoming the news that lockdown restrictions will be eased from July 4, social care bosses have urged vigilance in order to keep people safe.

Anyone who has experienced loss and bereavement in their lives during the crisis is being encouraged to connect through the campaign.

The government has announced that the 2.2 million shielders in England will be able to meet people outdoors in a group of up to six people.

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