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Read the latest care industry news, interesting articles, important announcements plus recent thoughts and ideas from The Good Care Group.

Two million elderly brits forced to put pets to sleep when in care

Do you know an elderly person who has been forced to put a pet to sleep because they were moving into a care home? Do you know an elderly person who has been forced to put a pet to sleep...

Training at The Good Care Group

We believe that learning is a vital part of our professional carers journey within our organisation. We call it a journey because that is how we see our employees developing in four particular areas – Experience, Skills, Training and Qualifications....

A touching moment

A short piece written by Professional Live in Carer at The Good Care Group. Beverley Taylor who was moved by the progress her client had made in the short period of time she spent with him. During the 8 months...

TGCG among top 1% of home care providers — Care Quality Commission

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) states that just 1% of organisations who provide care in the home have been awarded their maximum rating of ‘outstanding’ The Care Quality Commission (CQC) states that just 1% of organisations who provide care in...

Survey finds over two million Brits know an elderly person forced to put their pet to sleep when moving into care

A survey published by www.stayinmyhome.co.uk[1] has found that over two million people in Britain say they know an elderly person who had to have their cat and/or dog put to sleep because they were moving into a residential care home....

Study: Chocolate improves brain health in the elderly

Elderly people’s brain health can benefit from eating chocolate, according to a new study published in the Neurology journal. Elderly people’s brain health can benefit from eating chocolate, according to a new study published in the Neurology journal. A team...

Stretch your legs to grow your brain

A recent study carried out has shown that taking a regular brisk walk could slow down brain shrinkage and increase the size of parts of the brain linked to memory and planning. A recent study carried out has shown that...

Musical memories – Surrey

Musical memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in a friendly and stimulating social environment. Musical memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in...

Sevenoaks area dementia friendly community

Dementia friendly events in Sevenoaks The community forum works towards making the Sevenoaks area truly dementia friendly through sharing local information and best practice. All members are voluntary and work in partnership to create and deliver new services, training, offer...

Sally Magnusson calls for dementia care changes

TV presenter Sally Magnusson, daughter of the late Mastermind presenter Magnus Magnusson, has spoken out against the treatment of those with dementia during a recent appearance at The Independent Bath Literature Festival. TV presenter Sally Magnusson, daughter of the late...

Run, walk or push against dementia 2019

How far will you and your family go? How far will you and your family go? Sunday 12th May 2019, Knole Park, Sevenoaks Help raise money for local dementia services For more information click here Download the flyer here...

Research explores possibility of early Alzheimer’s diagnosis

A small study has taken place in Canada, with recent news claiming the tests carried out could accurately predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease up to two years earlier than is currently possible. A small study has taken place in...