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This week’s issue contains more training opportunities and an important link to the updated national guidance on the latest Covid-19 treatment eligibility and access to Lateral Flow test kits.
We do our best to keep the content and structure of our PEN website up-to-date in these fast-changing times and your suggestions on how to improve the website are always welcome.
National Guidance on COVID-19 Treatment Eligibility and access to Lateral Flow Test Kits
At the beginning of April 2024, there were some changes in national guidance which meant that the groups of people eligible for COVID-19 treatments have greatly expanded.
The following information aims to summarise and clarify the new guidance on treatment eligibility and testing for COVID-19 as well how to access Covid-19 LFD kits from local pharmacies.
COVID 19 Treatment eligibility and testing in ASC.docx
Gentle Reminder to record 2024 Spring Booster Care Home Vaccinations on the Capacity Tracker
As of 14 May a very impressive 96.9% of care homes in Devon have received their first vaccination visits, for which we thank you. At the moment, however, only 44% of those providers have updated the Capacity Tracker, hence this gentle reminder for those who are unaware of the recent changes to the Capacity Tracker for Care Home residents, with questions added for ‘Covid Spring 24 Booster’ for completion.
If you have any vaccination queries please contact the Devon Vaccination Support Team:
d-icb.devonvaccinationsupport@nhs.net or telephone 01752 398836.
Latest Migrant Social Integration Training
Take advantage of these forthcoming free training sessions…
Modern Slavery & Exploitation Awareness - 20 and 27 May, 3 June
Cultural Awareness -- 31 May, 10 June
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion- 24 May, 21 June
Fully funded training available for all providers, book your place.
Supporting International Recruits in Health & Social Care with Petroc College
Join our International Health and Social Care short course, tailored to support international recruits aspiring to excel in the UK health and social care sector. This bespoke program has been designed to focus on key areas such as an Introduction to Health and Social Care, terminology used within the sector, the principles of safeguarding, and effective communication techniques. The course will run one day a week (1.5 hours) for 4 weeks, Starting on Friday 7 June. Fully funded for all international recruits across Devon, Torbay and Plymouth. Book your place.
Remember that Disability Focus continue to support Self-employed Care Workers
Disability Focus is delighted to announce that Simon Tickner is continuing in his role supporting people to set up as self-employed care/support workers (microproviders) in Devon. This position is an extension of the Community Catalysts project that began in 2022 with Devon County Council’s support. A new partnership now exists between all three organisations alongside a shared commitment to ensuring that the unique service that self-employed carers can offer is as reliable and professional as other services in Devon’s adult social care market.
More information about the Microprovider Advice and Support programme is now available from:
https://www.disabilityfocus.org/pa-micro-providers/
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Skills Bootcamps in Health and Social Care
Did you know that employers can use Skills Bootcamps to support their staff to develop new skills and transform their business?
Train4Tomorrow provides the support you need to invest in your team’s expertise with courses designed to equip your employees with the latest knowledge and best practices in providing exceptional care.
There are two part funded courses that are recruiting now:
- Working in Health and Social Care at Petroc College,
- Working in Healthcare at Exeter College
To find out more about available courses visit: https://www.train4tomorrow.org.uk/bootcamps/
Preparing for ‘CareFind’ - publicity material for Care Homes
CareFind is a national website being developed to search for vacancies in CQC-registered care homes and the following material has been produced to help promote this new development amongst care homes::
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Agency Contact List online reminder
Dear Providers, you can find the Agency Contact List on the PEN Website here should you need to find additional staff.
Also please remember that COVID-19 Cases have been increasing recently so this is a timely reminder in case you require additional staffing.
Good News Story - Edenmore Nursing Home Gets Arty!
Edenmore Nursing Home in Ilfracombe was delighted to welcome Sarah Fenner from Creative Minds to the home.
Creative Minds art sessions allow people to express themselves through the creative process, and they deliver these sessions to many types of venues including care homes.
Art can remind people of what they can do, not what they can’t do. This creates a sense of pride when residents, fondly referred to as family members, display their art in their home and it can also help to build individuals confidence through finding this new skill or hobby.
Art for people living with a Dementia is beneficial because it provides a non-verbal means of expression, allowing individuals to communicate thoughts, feelings, and memories that may be difficult to articulate verbally. Gayle, the Home Manager, summed-up the event by saying “Having creative minds visit us inspires our family members to connect, be creative, learn new skills, and most importantly have fun. Art can be a mood enhancer, the family members themselves are less heightened and more engaged.”
To find out more about Edenmore Nursing Home please visit www.edenmorenursinghome.com
To find out more about Creative Minds please visit https://creativeminds.art/
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