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Royal Devon Speech and Language Team & Referral
The Royal Devon speech and language therapy service (Eastern) is changing the way we manage our referrals slightly. This is in response to an increased demand on our service in recent years, and subsequently increased waiting times, which is means that some people are waiting much longer than we would want to be helped.
Please continue to refer to us in the usual way. If the difficulties described are relatively straightforward, we will ask you to complete our ‘Eating and Drinking Good Practice Guideline’ as a first step in supporting your resident with eating and drinking. Please take some time to work through this guideline (we suggest 7-10 days) as it may be that these suggestions are sufficient in supporting your resident to eat and drink more comfortably and easily. This completed guideline can be added to your resident’s care plan to demonstrate liaison with the speech and language therapy service.
If after completing it you still feel that a referral is required, please return the completed ‘Eating and Drinking Good Practice Guidelines’, detailing the changes that you have trialled with your resident and the outcome of these, together with a new referral form. This is helpful in supporting our prioritisation process.
Thank you for your support with this!
Made-Well Open Day Invitation on 30 June
Welcome to Made-Well CIC – a vibrant, inclusive community where people of all abilities can thrive. They offer meaningful opportunities in a safe, supportive environment, connecting individuals with nature, creativity, animals, and each other. Whether you're new to their work or have supported them for years, they would love to welcome you to experience what they are all about.
They are delighted to invite you to their upcoming Open Day, AQA Awards & Consultation Event here at Made-Well CIC.
This special day offers a chance to reflect on the impact of their work, celebrate the achievements of those they support, and shape the future of their services together.
Agenda for the Day:
- 10:30am & 12:30pm – Welcome Talk Led by Laura Feaver, Funding & Business Development Manager Location: Marquee on the lawn (weather permitting)
- 1:00pm – AQA Unit Award Presentation Led by their Team Leaders Location: Barn or marquee
Throughout the Day – Drop-in Activities: Guests are welcome to observe or join in with their regular activities, including:
- Cooking
- Pottery
- Gardening
- Woodwork
- Pony Walks (Subject to availability)
Refreshments: Enjoy free cake and drinks while connecting with families, professionals, and local services.
Whether you're a commissioner, educator, councillor, support worker, or simply curious about what we do – this is a great opportunity to celebrate, collaborate, and share ideas.
Please RSVP
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch at: admin@made-wellevents.co.uk
Flourish eLearning Revolutionises Training Management With Dedicated Training Matrix
Flourish, a prominent eLearning platform, is transforming the way organisations manage their training needs with a dedicated training matrix. This innovative feature is designed to streamline training oversight, making it easier for users to track and manage their educational requirements efficiently.
The training matrix allows users to see who is due for training and on what topics, providing a comprehensive overview of their training landscape. Reports can be generated and exported to Excel, offering a quick and clear insight into training needs without the hassle of juggling multiple tracking applications.
This all-in-one solution is set to simplify training management, ensuring that organisations can maintain a well-trained workforce with minimal administrative burden. Flourish's commitment to enhancing user experience and efficiency is evident in this offering, which promises to be a game-changer for training management.
One Devon User says “No barriers, extremely helpful to have the MI matrix”
'Click' can be accessed for £1 per learner, per month, plus VAT, specifically for our Adult Social Care online course bundle. This is subsidised by Devon County Council who will be covering two thirds of the cost of 'Click'. To access the platform, use the form below and the team will get you setup in no time.
Click here for more information.
Good News Stories - Military Day Trips For Heanton Nursing Home And Care Home Open Week Celebrations
Stonehaven Celebrates Care Home Open Week
Stonehavens would like to share that they participated in the recent ‘Care Home Open week’ Care Home Open Week 2025 across their group of Care & Nursing Homes. They made this an ‘Open Day’ Friday 20 June and what a wonderful day it was!
They came together to celebrate their homes with Residents, Families and Professionals. Their doors were open, and they were delighted to welcome those from their local communities looking and interested in viewing their services.
Military Day Trips for Heanton Nursing Home
Residents (fondly referred to as family members) at Heanton Nursing Home recently enjoyed a day out in Barnstaple town centre during a public event organised by North Devon Council, which featured vintage military vehicles, music, and a commemorative short film shown in the Pannier Market. The vehicles were displayed outside the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon, drawing plenty of interest from the community. The purpose of the day out was to offer a sense of nostalgia and familiarity, with Heanton team members supporting family members throughout the day as they connected with the community through conversation and shared experiences.
Located very close to RM Chivenor military base in Barnstaple, the area holds a special connection for many residents, several of whom have military backgrounds. From the garden, they can often see helicopters overhead and occasionally spot military personnel while out in the community.
One of Heanton’s family members was Angela, a former RAF nurse whose professional background and family history are closely tied to the armed forces. Seeing the military transport displays and classic entertainment brought back familiar sights that resonated with her lived experience. Along with Angela, Mark was especially taken with the vintage vehicle showcase and historical exhibits. Inspired by the visit, he later printed out several photos from the day and proudly displayed them in his room, a small but meaningful gesture that speaks to how much the event meant to him.
While the activities sparked plenty of smiles, music and photo opportunities, the deeper value of the day lay in its connection to shared culture and tradition.
Heanton Nursing Home remains committed to delivering care, including support for people with complex needs, through meaningful experiences that go beyond the walls of the home whether through engaging with the local community, celebrating personal histories, or supporting emotional well-being through thoughtful activities.
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