RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

In an expansion of its world-leading Specialist Nutrition range, care homes meals provider, apetito and Wiltshire Farm Foods Professional has introduced a selection of brand-new IDDSI Level 6 texture-modified dishes to enhance mealtimes for those residents living with dysphagia.

SPONSORED STORY: Are you spending time sorting laundry smalls? Small laundry items are simply put into the Laundry Wash Bag and machine washed and dried in the normal way.

SPONSORED STORY: In an evolving landscape of design trends, regulatory compliance, staff efficiency, and long-term operational sustainability, there is one thing that remains consistent and that is ensuring resident wellbeing and comfort. Those of you who are designing or specifying products for the care sector are increasingly seeking solutions that bring together aesthetic appeal with tangible health and operational benefits. This is where Danfloor's commitment to research and evidence-based design principles offers a compelling case for integrating performance-driven carpets into your care environments.

SPONSORED STORY: Denbighshire is one of the most picturesque counties in the whole of the UK with the Vale of Clywd a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St Asaph Cathedral, which is acknowledged to be the oldest of its kind in Wales with its origins dating back 1,400 years.

In an industry-first for the development and mobilisation of refrigerated electric vehicles (EVs), that can sustain frozen food temperatures for extended periods, leading meals producer, apetito | Wiltshire Farm Foods has announced a £14.3m investment into reducing carbon emissions of its Wiltshire Farm Foods distribution fleet.

SPONSORED STORY: Since the installation of RoomMate at Heron Hill Care Home, there has been a 50% reduction in falls. Nicola Spedding, Registered Manager at Heron Hill, said: “By automating certain monitoring tasks, the system allows the care team to focus on direct care and engagement with residents, rather than constant manual checks. This leads to better quality of care and increased resident satisfaction. It also provides families with greater reassurance knowing that their loved ones are being monitored, and that staff are quickly notified in case of an emergency. This can reduce anxiety and stress for everyone involved.”

SPONSORED STORY: At Harvest, we understand the drive to cultivate environments that truly feel like home. The Cosy™ is a thoughtful innovation that offers a straightforward yet profound way to achieve this. A simple yet effective product designed to cover Woburn profiling beds, instantly changing their appearance and more importantly, the ambience of a room.

apetito, the leading provider of meals to the care home sector, will be bringing its exclusive VIP Lounge to Care Show London on 30 April and 1 May and is inviting care groups and managers to hear how its systems, services, and great tasting meals can make a real, positive difference to their care home catering.

SPONSORED STORY: How to design the ideal care home kitchen

What’s the secret to designing a cost-effective, energy-efficient care home kitchen?

SPONSORED STORY: After 50 years supporting care homes right across the UK, JLA understands that for residents’ wellbeing, continued compliance and a smooth-running operation, downtime simply isn’t an option. We also know that for busy managers, dealing with repairs and maintenance can be time-consuming and stressful – not to mention costly.

SPONSORED STORY: Consistency, empathy, quality time with loved ones and specialist skills are essential parts of caring for people living with dementia. But the best care can only happen in a safe, supportive environment, where – among other safety measures – the right steps have been taken to stop the spread of harmful germs and allergens. This is particularly important in homes whose residents are likely to have weaker immune systems, and where isolation just isn’t an option.

Care tech leader Sensio has announced a strategic long-term partnership agreement with Lovett Care for its multi-sensor RoomMate technology and digital nurse call system to be rolled out across Lovett Care’s portfolio of care homes.

SPONSORED STORY: Throughout this free webinar, JLA’s infection control expert Helen Buchan breaks down CQC Regulation 9A, explains what it means for your care home and takes a deep dive into how JLA has helped a care home reduce influenza, colds and Covid-19 cases, so residents, staff and visitors are kept safe.

Following the start of a national partnership in December 2023, leading meals provider apetito has since made a real difference to charities and communities across the UK by donating the equivalent of 57,000 meals to FareShare – the UK’s leading food redistribution charity.

UK-based global healthcare provider Vernacare is celebrating 60 years of supporting patient care through sustainable medical pulp manufacture at its Bolton facility.

As hospitals and care homes continue to face staff shortages and skill challenges in kitchens, healthcare dining specialist Simply Food Solutions has highlighted the importance of resident and patient gratification in an event showcasing its textured modified range.

SPONSORED STORY: In the demanding world of healthcare, patient safety and caregiver wellbeing go hand-in-hand. Medaco’s mission isn’t just about providing cutting-edge equipment—it’s about ensuring that the people working in care environments have the tools they need to do their job safely and efficiently. From hoists and patient slings to bariatric lifts, Medaco’s products are designed to support the hardworking individuals responsible for patient care every day.

SPONSORED STORY: Time theft, where employees are paid for time they did not work can be a significant drain on resources. Having time and attendance software in place can eliminate this issue by providing accurate and tamper-proof records of employee attendance. This ensures that care homes only pay for the hours worked, reducing payroll costs and improving financial accountability.

Researchers at the University of Roehampton have created Take Note – a set of music-based resources designed to support those living with dementia.

SPONSORED STORY: The commercial laundry industry, like many others, is on the brink of significant evolution. For care homes, where cleanliness and hygiene are paramount, staying ahead of laundry trends is crucial. The demands placed on care facilities continue to grow—whether it’s maintaining a high standard of hygiene, minimising operational costs, or adhering to sustainability targets. With technological advancements and shifting industry standards, care home laundries will see some dramatic changes in the near future.