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.

Having faith in your staff to answer the CQC’s questions confidently can really alleviate some of the stress you might be feeling pre-inspection. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the types of questions your inspector may ask your staff and managers during an assessment.

Preparing for a CQC inspection can be a daunting task, but our free cqc inspection checklist makes it manageable and stress-free. This essential guide breaks down every step you need to take to ensure your practice meets all the necessary standards.

In May of this year, the team here at Affinity Care Advisory lodged a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC’s responses sheds light on critical issues affecting new care services across the UK. Here, we present a detailed analysis of the CQC's response, highlighting significant delays in the registration and inspection processes that impact the delivery of quality care.

As we celebrate Pride Month, it's an opportune time to reflect on the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights and recognise the work still needed, especially within the care industry. Ensuring that care homes are inclusive and respectful environments for LGBTQ+ individuals is not only a matter of equality but also a legal obligation.

Effective documentation and meticulous record-keeping are cornerstones of maintaining CQC compliance. Properly managed records not only demonstrate compliance but also enhance the quality of care and streamline any audits or assessments you may have. Here are some essential tips to help care providers excel in documentation and record-keeping.

Compliance with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) is essential for all health and social care services in the UK. The CQC is the independent regulator of health and social care in England, tasked with ensuring that care providers meet fundamental standards of quality and safety.

Writing your Statement of Purpose is a key step in the CQC registration process. By ensuring your statement is written correctly you can significantly streamline your application process.

Registering with the CQC is an essential yet often frustrating process for all care providers, often taking months to complete successfully. As a new care business, understanding the intricacies of CQC registration can make or break your application.

Starting a care service involves many aspects, and CQC registration is a crucial step. With this guide in hand, you'll confidently navigate the process, laying the foundation for exceptional care delivery.

Feeling the pressure of an upcoming CQC assessment? It's perfectly normal to feel anxious when you know an inspector is coming. Adequate preparation is key to a successful inspection so let’s explore our essential tips on how to get your care service regulator-ready.

Improving your CQC rating is a proactive process that involves addressing areas of improvement and enhancing the quality of care and services provided. Care providers can take specific steps to elevate their CQC rating, demonstrating their commitment to excellence.

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the world of CQC ratings, providing insights and understanding into what these ratings mean, how they are determined, and what care providers can do to improve and maintain high ratings.

As the election approaches, there's a glaring absence of meaningful discourse on England's social care crisis. At Affinity Care Advisory, we believe it's time for care providers to take notice.

Affinity Care Advisory, a trusted provider of care consultancy services, are excited to announce their participation in the upcoming Care Show London 2024.