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Excellence in Care Awards 2024 - do you know a great Activity Co-ordinator?
 
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  • Excellence in Care Awards 2024 - Does your care home have a great Activity Co-ordinator?
  • Pimp my Zimmer Competition
  • Marking the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings on 6th June
  • Citation: Top tips to help your staff prevent employee burnout
  • Aston University - Achieving Net Zero in Healthcare
  • How to Start a Successful Care Business Workshop Series - Why You Should Attend

  • WMCA News & Updates

  • Upcoming Events/Webinars & Training

     

Excellence in Care Awards 2024

Friday 25th October 2024

6.30-11pm

The Copthorne Hotel, Merry Hill



Have you taken on a fantastic Activity Co-ordinator?  T he day-to-day life of a resident or patient in care can be repetitive and even sedentary. Therefore, t he role of an Activities Co-ordinator in care organisations, is to promote the health and mental well-being of their residents by offering spontaneous and planned activities that are meaningful to the residents.  I t is important to provide stimulation to the brain and keep older bodies active. These things help to stave off brain-deteriorating diseases such as Dementia while keeping muscles strong and help to prevent falls.


This award will be given to an Activity Coordinator who has demonstrated they can provide a ‘needs led’, varied and appropriate programme for care home residents. Organisers who show exceptional skills, creativity and responsibilities in arranging activities either alone or in conjunction with a senior.

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If this sounds like an Activity Co-ordinator in your workplace, then  why not  nominate them for an Excellence in Care Award in the Activity Co-ordinator category?  Click below and complete the nomination form.


Each winner receives an engraved trophy and £500 in cash.

 

Anyone who nominates will also be entered into a prize draw for one of 5 x £100 Amazon vouchers!

     
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Pimp my Zimmer Competition

Our ever popular Pimp my Zimmer Competition is back!


Zimmer Frames are a part of life for many older people but sometimes - particularly if they have dementia - they don't like using them as they cannot associate with them.


Research has shown that you can encourage your residents and service users to use their Zimmer Frame by decorating them with items or a theme that means something to them.


We are always amazed at the imagination and creativity that goes into some of the entries and you can see many of them on our website.


You have until 23rd June to submit your entry and the winner will be announced at our Summer Conference on 4th July (details below) and will receive a luxury hamper.


Good luck!

     

Marking the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings on 6th June

Next month, the UK will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings on 6 June 1944 with a series of major commemorations and events across the UK and in France.


Many residents living in care homes across the country will have lived through this poignant period, making their own sacrifices; whether they had family members serving, or if they themselves served in the Armed Forces or as part of the Home Front.


The Royal British Legion have   created   resources  to help their members and supporters commemorate D-Day 80 and other battles of 1944. They want people to make meaningful connections and celebrate the legacy of the whole D-Day generation.


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Top tips to help your staff prevent employee burnout

Employee burnout impacts many parts of the business, not just your team – it’s crucial to improve employee satisfaction and wellbeing for your business to grow.


Thankfully, our partner, Citation, have put together some expert tips on preventing employee burnout with a FREE guide.

     

Aston University - Achieving Net Zero in Healthcare

Wednesday 11th June 2024

7:30-10:00am

Conference Aston, Birmingham


You are invited to Aston University’s immersive workshop, part of the  Decarbonisation Net Zero  series, " Green Grants and Growth: Achieving Net Zero in Healthcare ." This event is specifically tailored for healthcare providers in the West Midlands, including clinics, hospitals, care homes, and other health services. The workshop is designed to enhance sustainability and efficiency within the healthcare sector.

     

How to Start a Successful Care Business Workshop Series:

Why You Should Attend

Wednesday 12th June

Wednesday 19th June

Wednesday 3rd July

9.30am-12.30pm

Dudley Canal Trust


These workshops are aimed at new care businesses and people looking to open a care business, but any care business is welcome to attend.  Delivered by Judith Timmins, from Compliance Coach,  they will guide you through the pitfalls of setting up a new care business and include compliance, finance and marketing.


For more information, read Judith's Blog outlining " Why You Should Attend ".

     

WMCA News & Updates


For all the latest news and updates relevant to the social care sector, check out the "News and Info" section of our website.

Latest information from:-

  • CQC
  • Dept of Health & Social Care
  • National Care Assoc
  • Skills for Care
  • and many more

     
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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

4 June 2024

10-11am

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Black Country Registered Managers Networking Event


4 June 2024

12-3pm

Dudley Canal Trust

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Digital Surgery

5 June 2024

10-11am

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IHSCM Deputies Effectively Leading Teams Training Series (first of 4 modules)

5 June 2024

1.30-2.30pm

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LIVE International Recruitment Webinar

Overseas recruitment: Compliance focus (focusing on CQC compliance and best practice (Session 2)

6 June 2024

10-11.5am
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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Care Homes

6 June 2024

2-3pm

     

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