There is no overstating the need for safeguarding in care homes for vulnerable people in the UK. It explores regulatory frameworks, particular vulnerabilities of adults in care homes, holistic safeguarding practices, and how technology can enhance these practices.

Creating the most effective care policies and procedures is the foremost step to ensure that your residential facility runs smoothly and provides the highest standard of care to your residents. Here are eight tips to help you develop comprehensive and effective care policies and procedures.

Policies and procedures are fundamental components of any health and social care setting. They define the ways in which a care service works and, when written and implemented well, reflect the quality of a service. So, let’s take a look at what exactly are policies and procedures, why they matter and how we can implement them using best practices.