Coronavirus – The Numbers That Really Matter May 29, 2020 It seems to me that the BBC and other news agencies seem to think a good story is one which delivers bad news. So when they present the daily Coronavirus statistics they have consistently reported that the cumulative number of deaths in the UK has…
Coronavirus – After 8 Weeks of Lockdown May 14, 2020 I thought I would provide an update on how we have handled the Coronavirus situation in the 8 weeks since lockdown started on 16 March. The good news is that not one of our 200 clients (as far as we are aware) has contracted the…
Coronavirus Update – 7 April April 7, 2020 In line with Government guidelines we are introducing the following infection control measures for those clients with symptoms of Coronavirus and for those clients defined as extremely clinically vulnerable as follows: Those with symptoms of Coronavirus Aprons, gloves, & thorough handwashing as normal Masks to be worn…
Coronavirus Update April 2, 2020 Update I last wrote to you on 18 March which now seems a very long time ago. We are now in a period of lockdown – a situation we would never have even contemplated as a nation three months ago! Continuity of our service Referring back to my last letter…
Coronavirus – Some Good News March 19, 2020 Although some carers have had to self-isolate because they, or someone in their household, are displaying symptoms of Corona virus we believe we can offset their temporary absences because of the following new developments: The Government’s initiative to provide childcare for the children of key workers has…
Our New Carer Video February 21, 2020 Have a look at our great new video. I am so proud of our team of carers who light up the lives of our lovely clients. Care starts with a conversation Finding the right care shouldn’t feel overwhelming. We’re here to listen, understand your needs, and help you…
New Management Team February 21, 2020 We held the first meeting of the enlarged group, with all 3 managers of our branches (Leighton Buzzard, Oxford and Kings Langley) present, on Tuesday 22nd July. Care starts with a conversation Finding the right care shouldn’t feel overwhelming. We’re here to listen, understand your needs, and help you…
Electric Bikes For Carers February 21, 2020 This week we started trialling electric bikes for some of the carers who do not have driving licences. Pictured are Amy and Gemma, together with Chantelle, the Branch Manager, as they take delivery of their new bikes. Care starts with a conversation Finding the right care shouldn’t feel…
Extra Care Housing in Abingdon February 21, 2020 We are delighted to announce that Oxfordshire County Council have just appointed us to provide care at their Nicholson House Development in Abingdon. This appointment has come about because the previous Provider has withdrawn from Oxfordshire for strategic reasons. Care starts with a conversation Finding the right…
See what some of the families we care for say about us Client stories – real-life stories of our care in action Live-in Care in Headington allows Derek and Anne to stay together Home Carers in Leighton Buzzard – How David regained his dignity Live-in care in Oxford meant Margaret was not alone for Christmas…