FEATURE ARTICLES
The Applewood: HC-One enjoys the fruits of its success
The Care Home Environment editor Matt Seex visited The Applewood in Milton Keynes to meet home manager Ana-Maria Cormos, interior designer Dessy Spencer, and outgoing interior design manager Sarah Coley, to discuss and explore HC-One’s latest, which takes care home interior design to the next level
COVER STORY: Care that works: the strength of supportive networks
Aligning compliance with real human support makes a lasting difference in a sector where trust and consistency are crucial. Here, Sinead Finnerty, head of brand and digital marketing at Beaucare, explains how taking a people-first approach to compliance ensures safe, consistent care
From kitchen to table: the importance of allergen care
Sophia Cornelius, development dietitian at apetito and Wiltshire Farm Foods Professional, looks at some key considerations for care homes when catering for residents living with a food hypersensitivity
Addressing acoustic challenges to create a sociable environment
The impact of noise – especially on those living with dementia – should not be underestimated.Here, Pritesh Nathwani, director at Symphony Sound, explains how good design and modern technology can help overcome the acoustic challenges that may arise in care homes
Securing the future: from key chaos to smartphone access
Bruce Donald, UK and Ireland manager for digital locking experts SimonsVoss, discusses the shift towards digital access and security solutions within the elderly care sector
Sustainability: so much more than good housekeeping
While climate change has been identified as the century’s most pressing health threat, it also presents an unprecedented opportunity to redefine the social care environment. For care providers, this means rethinking all operations from the ground up, as Anthony Mann, business development manager at Acticare, explains
Care Show London 2025: Artificial Intelligence; real celebrities
Care Show London returned to Excel London on 30 April – 1 May, boasting a celebrity lineup and plenty of exhibitors extolling the virtues of AI. The Care Home Environment editor Matt Seex picks his highlights from the event
Loveday Belgravia: a new standard in luxury senior living
Even compared to its existing Central London residences, Loveday has once again raised the bar for luxury care with its latest project: Loveday Belgravia. The Care Home Environment editor Matt Seex attended the official opening of this prestigious new property, and chatted with group property director Paul Blenkinsop about where Loveday & Co might go next
COVER STORY: Putting people first: why partnership is the future of social care
Rhian Bulmer, chief partnerships officer at Radar Healthcare, discusses why Radar Healthcare is not just about the software – it is about forming connections and building relationships.
Why missing Care Innovation Summit might set you back
SPONSORED STORY: Across the care sector, leaders are rethinking service models, building future-ready environments and embedding innovation into daily practice. At the heart of this shift is the Care Innovation Summit, a one-day conference offering more than just conversation.
Staying the right side of immigration law
André Minnaar, partner and head of the immigration team at Midlands law firm Sydney Mitchell, offers an overview of UK immigration law relevant to recruiting workers from overseas
How to save time and money with laundry management
With care homes constantly looking for ways to save money, laundry strategy can often be an easy win where cost saving is concerned, as Harvey Richards, marketing coordinator at Alliance Online, explains
Taking bold steps towards a sustainable future
Ravi Sodha, director at care provider ACI Care, discusses the provider’s significant sustainability successes to date, and offers tips for other providers seeking to follow ACI’s example
Creating a home: why thoughtful design matters
Joanne Jeyes of Joanne Jeyes Interiors discusses how and why she considers design to be paramount to a care home’s success, and how thoughtful design can enhance comfort, dignity, and wellbeing
Pushing the boundaries of dementia design
Kerry Southern-Reason, CEO of The Care Home Interiors Group, explains how continuing to push the boundaries of dementia design has enhanced the experience of people living with dementia – most recently at Barley Manor Porthaven’s latest care home
Legionella detection: taking a robust approach
Greg Rankin, CEO of Legionella testing experts Hydrosense, explains how care home providers can go beyond compliance and raise the bar in Legionella control to reduce the risk for residents, staff, and visitors
Designing for the future: adapting to specialist requirements
Christopher Beastall, development director at Mariposa Care Group, explores how care homes are adapting to modern design trends – focusing on key principles, innovative examples, and future trends in the sector
Digital transformation: one size does not fit all
Harvey Neve, director of digital data and technology at HC-One, explains how care homes can best implement digital technology in order to deliver an optimum experience for both colleagues and residents
How AI supports a human-centred approach to care
Sudha Regmi, director of data and AI at Nourish, explains how AI can be used sensitively and responsibly in residential care settings to enhance – not replace – the human touch
COVER STORY: Streamlining laundry services: the OSJCT and Miele partnership
To support exceptional care for its residents, The Order of St John Care Trust partnered with Miele Professional to upgrade its laundry services. The result: improved hygiene, greater efficiency, and more time for staff to focus on what matters most: residents’ wellbeing.
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