PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
At Prestige Nursing & Care we are members of, and work closely with leading professional associations, industry bodies and charities involved in ensuring people can access the right care and support at the right time – for all of life.
Homecare Association
The Homecare Association is a professional association and membership body for independent, not-for-profit and statutory home care providers in the UK. Its mission is to support its members to provide, sustainable, high-quality and responsive care services that enable people to stay in their own homes and communities.
BILD
Bild is charity set up in 1971 for the purpose of supporting people and championing the human rights of those living with disabilities. Its aim is to develop the skills and culture necessary to better understand peoples needs and improve the quality of their life. They support people with complex needs, including its members, universities, government departments, local authorities, NHS trust, service providers to ensure best practice care and excellent support to those with disabilities.
SPINAL INJURY ASSOCIATION (SIA)
The SIA is the leading charity in the UK supporting people and their families impacted by a spinal cord injury. The offer a pathway of support from the time of injury throughout a person’s life, not matter who the spinal injury was sustained, whether through trauma or illness. SIA is focused on helping people and to live fulfilled and independent lives. The SIA academy offers a range of training courses for health and social care professionals working in a non-specialist setting facilitated by a Spinal Court Injury Nurse Specialist.
HEADWAY
Prestige Nursing & Care is a member of Headway, the UK’s brain injury association. Headway is focused on increasing awareness and promoting understanding of brain injury, whilst supporting survivors, families and their carers to ensure they get the care they need to live fulfilled lives. It is also committed to activities and campaigns that aim to dramatically reduce the incidence of brain injury.
The importance of good nutrition and hydration
Good nutrition and hydration are important at any age, but this is especially true for the older generation. Maintaining a healthy diet and staying properly hydrated can help you increase your energy levels, control your weight and may even prevent certain health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis.
Understanding what a well-balanced diet looks like is vital for staying healthy throughout all of life. Here you can learn more about the importance of nutrition and hydration including tips on how you can maintain a healthy diet as you get older….
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What causes circulation conditions
As we get older, numerous changes occur in the body which can lead to poor blood circulation. When blood flow is reduced in certain parts of our body, this is known as a circulation condition. Not only can these conditions cause pain or discomfort, but they can also lead to a variety of troubling health problems if not properly managed.
In older adults, circulation conditions are often related to an underlying medical condition. If you are having difficulties with circulation problems, it is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor. But there are also many lifestyle changes that older adults can take to improve their circulation without medication….
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What is a memory book?
Memories are an important part of our lives. They help us connect with our past, preserve our legacy, and provide comfort and joy in the present. However, for people living with dementia, preserving memories can become a significant challenge. Memory loss and cognitive decline can make it difficult to remember important events, people, and places.
A memory book is a personalised collection of mementos, photos, and stories that document the life and memories of an individual. It can serve as a valuable tool for people with dementia to help them remember, reminisce and connect with their past. …
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How often should the elderly shower or bathe?
A personal care routine allows us to maintain good hygiene and a tidy appearance. Regular bathing helps keep our skin, hair and mouth clean and healthy, and as a result, contributes towards the positive mental health we need to enjoy every aspect life has to offer. But some older adults face unique challenges that make it difficult for them to maintain personal care routines.
For over 75 years, Prestige Nursing & Care has provided bespoke and individually-tailored home care that supports people in living safely and independently at home. Our carers are expertly trained to provide discreet assistance with personal care routines such as washing, bathing, dressing or toileting in a way that is compassionate, respectful and sensitive….
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The difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia
Many people use the words Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeably, but it is important to know that they are not the same thing.
The term dementia is applied to a set of symptoms that negatively impact memory and cognitive function, but it is not a disease itself. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease of the brain that can lead to dementia symptoms. However, not all dementia is caused by Alzheimer’s….
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Although care work presents some challenges, there are few job paths as rewarding or satisfying as a career in the care sector. 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. 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?”. To help answer these questions, we’ve compiled a list of the top five advantages of being a carer. …
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What skills are needed to become a carer?
Care work is immensely rewarding as it allows you to make a positive impact in the lives of those you care for, but it can also present unique challenges at times. More so than other industries, care work requires a certain type of person with skills like patience and time management in order to be successful and provide the best possible care.
If you are considering a career in care work, these are some of the skills required to be a carer. After 75 years of providing outstanding care to our clients, we have a good understanding of what a high standard of care looks like and how to provide it. These are the very same qualities and skills we look for when hiring our own expert carers….
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