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»Paraffin-based skin products: fire-risk warnings issued
Further warnings have been issued by the NHS National Patient Safety Agency about the risks associated with using paraffin-based creams following an inquest into a fire death. A coroner in Leiceste.. read more »
Powys Regional Partnership Board sets priorities for first year of operation
The Powys Regional Partnership Board (PRPB) met for the second time on June 27 at the Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO) offices in Llandrindod Wells. Melanie .. read more »
Book now for our SEPTEMBER Essential Updates – big discount for CFW members
Our Essential Updates are designed for social care managers and staff to get the latest information and updates on best practice and legislation. These important twice yearly seminars will pro.. read more »
Healthcare company fined £100,000 after death of resident from scalding injuries
A care home company based in Middlesex has been fined £100,000 plus costs after an elderly resident of a Surrey home died from scalding injuries. Guildford Crown Court heard how the 89-year-o.. read more »
North Wales hospice dreams up 'flower power appeal' with a difference at Rhuddlan Castle
Care Forum Wales member St Kentigern Hospice in St Asaph is celebrating 21 years of hospice care with a public art project at Rhuddlan Castle in Denbighshire. The project has seen metal flowers - s.. read more »
Boxing legend Ronnie reunited with world champion protégé at Cardiff care home
A boxing champion turned trainer who coached three world champions and inspired dozens of young boxers to reach for the top has been reunited with the local legend he steered to world title glory. .. read more »
CSSIW report finds stronger leadership and better communication needed for adults with learning disabilities
CSSIW's National inspection of care and support for people with learning disabilities has found that more needs to be done by leaders at all levels to support their staff by working in partners.. read more »
Social care stalwarts retire – CSSIW chief inspector and CCW chief executive both announce retirement
Two major figures in the social care sector are set to retire with the chief inspector at CSSIW, Imelda Richardson, announcing her retirement at the end of the summer after a 40-year caree.. read more »
Care home admits health and safety breaches after death of resident
The owners of a care home where an elderly woman died of hypothermia have pleaded guilty to breaching health and safety regulations. Annie Barritt, 91, a resident of the Oaklands Country Rest Home .. read more »
Chinese officials visit Barry care home to learn about social care practice in Wales
On June 24 a party of officials from Chongqing in South West China visited Care Forum Wales care home College Fields in Barry (pictured below). The visit was organised by the Welsh Govern.. read more »
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