When buying products and services, we all like to be treated as an individual whose custom is genuinely appreciated by the company we purchase from.. There's no reason to expect any less when arranging care for our elderly relatives... but we do. Person-centred care is considered by most health and social care stakeholders to be the best way... Continue Reading →

I have never understood why people call an impending crisis "a perfect storm". Surely when we face a disaster it's the opposite? As far as I'm concerned an "imperfect storm" is brewing in the world of health and social care for the elderly. There is nothing perfect about it!! If there was a " Social Care... Continue Reading →

A journey into the world of social enterprise begins with lots of research and hours of reading  publications, reports, studies, policy documents, legislation, mission statements and pledges on stakeholder websites outlining their commitments to an ageing population. It's refreshing to know there are so many health and social care stakeholders involved in developing better support structures for our "Golden Generation". Here's a few of the pledges... Continue Reading →

Improving the lives of less fortunate people in society is the most rewarding and inspirational thing anyone can do. Being able to make a positive contribution by just "being yourself" whilst "playing a game you love" with people who genuinely appreciate your friendship, compassion and support has got to be the best job out there. When I began in September with my vision to improve people's lives by introducing... Continue Reading →