A Scoping Review of the Costs, Consequences, and Wider Impacts of Residential Care Home Closures in a UK Context

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Working in a care home during the COVID-19 pandemic: How has the pandemic changed working practices? A qualitative study

Kerry Hanna et al.

Summary: This research investigates the impact of COVID-19 on the working practices of care home staff caring for people living with dementia. The study finds that the pandemic has significantly disrupted the daily working practices of care home staff, who are forced to take on additional roles and increased workloads due to the loss of external agencies and support. Urgent support and guidance should be provided to inform care home staff on how to best adapt to their new working practices and ensure they receive adequate training.

BMC GERIATRICS (2022)

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Moving our care home: A qualitative study of the views and experiences of residents, relatives and staff

Kinda Ibrahim et al.

Summary: This study aimed to understand the experiences of a whole care home relocation and found that despite the implementation of existing guidance, relocation was still challenging for residents, staff, and family members. Future relocations should increase staff involvement, provide continuous support, and ensure continuity of care and management style.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OLDER PEOPLE NURSING (2022)

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