Moving and Handling

10 Jan, 2022

Moving and handling is a key part of the working day for most frontline workers; from moving equipment, laundry, catering, supplies or waste, to assisting residents in moving. If not done effectively poor moving and handling practice can lead to: Back pain and...

Care Equipment

12 Aug, 2021

We work closely with partners in the county to ensure that, as a care provider, you are fully supported to ensure that you have the most appropriate and best care equipment (subscribed and non-subscribed). Our partners are trusted by numerous clients and customers...

Technology Success Stories

26 Feb, 2021

Wicksteed Court Care Home specialises in providing care for the elderly and those with dementia. They received one of the 11,000 iPads given out by the government and share their experience here. Read more… Westmorland Homecare is one of the largest homecare services...

Alarms and Home Sensors

12 Feb, 2021

As we age, we may become more frail. The below technologies provide peace of mind for citizens and individuals and their families that support is available whenever it’s needed, not just when they are receiving care. From wearables to smart plugs, there are...

Assistive Technology

4 Nov, 2020

Memohub Memohub is an unobtrusive home monitoring for peace of mind to make sure that your family are safe. This app is a digital telecare platform to help families keep up-to-date daily with their loved ones. Memo uses wireless sensors to help monitor activity around...

Electronic Care Planning

4 Nov, 2020

Use of Electronic Care Records in Homecare Providers Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) have received an increased number of concerns and queries relating to providers’ use of electronic care records. HCC are aware that many of our contracted providers are choosing to...

Resources and Tools

4 Nov, 2020

Age UK – technology and internet Age UK have developed guides to help the people you support stay safe online. » Click here to view their guide on using the internet safely. This includes a list of online scams and how to protect privacy and devices.  » Click here to...

Internet

4 Nov, 2020

NHSX – Choosing an internet connection for your Care Home NHSX have information to assist you with your internet connection. There are important things to know before upgrading the internet or taking out a new contract during COVID-19: 1. Broadband speed and...

Software

4 Nov, 2020

Cool Care (Management Software) Cool Care offers management staff some free software DURING covid-19 to help head offices staff access resident and staff records remotely. CoolCare have been making it possible for care homes to maintain business continuity through...

Applications

4 Nov, 2020

Cuppa Care – funded by Skills for Care (Micro App Learning) This is an application product that you can download on smartphones. This will allow care staff to access quality lite bite training and information through their smartphone. This will allow them to have the...

Digital Social Care

4 Nov, 2020

Digital Social Care is run by care providers for care providers, working in partnership with the NHS Transformation Directorate.  It is a national dedicated space to provide advice and support to the adult social care sector on technology and data protection to help...

Devices

4 Nov, 2020

Facebook Portal The Facebook portal is a smart video calling device. Smart sound enhances the voice, so background noise is minimised, producing a great quality video call. Calling family and friends is easy through Facebook or WhatsApp calling. If you are a service...

Introduction

31 Aug, 2020

These services are provided by companies which have not been approved nor endorsed by HCPA, and these do not represent paid promotions. These have been provided as helpful information. Technology within social care during COVID-19 is proving to be important to support...
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