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Enter and View: Sunridge Court Care Home (safeguarding visit)
This announced E&V visit was part of a planned set of visits reviewing safeguarding at a range of care and nursing homes within Barnet. In this visit we focussed on identifying any signs of abuse as described by the Social Care Institute for Excellence. This ‘at a glance’ briefing which aims to help people who come into contact with people with care and support needs to identify abuse and recognise possible indicators. Many types of abuse are also criminal offences and should be treated as such.
8 August 2019
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Hospital transport
In summer and autumn 2018, we were contacted by community organisations, individuals and some GP staff about the difficulties patients were experiencing in using hospital transport for their journeys to and from Royal Free Hospital sites.
8 August 2019
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Enter and View: Baxendale Care Home (safeguarding)
This report is part of a planned set of Enter & View visits reviewing safeguarding at a range of care and nursing homes within Barnet. The care home is run by Ventry Residential Care providing accommodation and care for up to 21 older people.
8 August 2019
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NHS Long Term Plan - Summary of findings for North Central London
The NHS Long Term Plan, a ten-year plan created by NHS England, sets out a vision to make sure that health services are fit for purpose in the future. A significant part of the plan is around preventative action against illness and disease.
27 July 2019
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Cancer Screening Project for people with learning disabilities
The low uptake of Cancer screening tests for patients with learning disabilities is not only a local issue in Barnet, but a national issue and health priority.
26 July 2019
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Enter and View: Acacia Lodge Care Home (Safeguarding)
Our Enter and View team conducted this announced visit to Acacia Lodge Care Home as part of a planned set of visits reviewing safeguarding at a range of care and nursing homes within Barnet.
25 July 2019
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What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?
Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.
24 July 2019
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What young people told us at Middlesex University Fresher’s Fair 2018
Students at university tend not to realise the importance of registering with a GP or getting routine dental checks.
7 June 2019
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Thinking about end of life care for you and your family
End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.
5 June 2019
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Do you need help getting to hospital?
Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.
22 May 2019
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Enter and View: Baxendale Care Home (mealtime visit)
We conducted an announced E&V visit as part of a planned set of visits investigating the mealtime experiences of residents at a range of care and nursing homes within Barnet.
21 May 2019
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Enter and View: Athenaeum Residential Care Home (safeguarding)
This announced E&V visit was part of a planned set of visits reviewing safeguarding at a range of care and nursing homes within Barnet.
21 May 2019
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