Our care & retirement living blog

Person-centred care puts the person receiving care at the heart of the decision-making process, respecting their individual needs and preferences. Learn more about what it means and how it affects the care you or your loved one will receive.

Autumna is pleased to announce that it has won the Leaders in Care Best Retirement Living Supplier award for 2023.

Health care assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in nursing homes, supporting registered nurses and providing care to residents. Learn more about the role of an HCA and the benefits they offer to residents and nursing homes.

Just in case medication is prescribed to manage symptoms towards the end of life. It is a small supply of medication kept at the patient's home, which can be used to treat specific symptoms. Learn more about who can administer the medicine, when it is used and what happens when it is no longer needed.

CHC Funding is a package of free care and support for adults who have complex or unpredictable medical care needs. To be eligible, you must have a ‘primary health need’. Find out more about eligibility, the assessment process, and what to do if funding is refused.

The UK's social care system is under unprecedented strain, with public dissatisfaction increasing significantly. The government has announced new funding, but is it enough? Debbie Harris contributes to this Science Times article and introduces a new solution...

Using spatial analysis to identify where most care seeker queries are coming from, Autumna is able to tell providers which properties are best suited to promote on its platform using a premium profile.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of health and social care services in England. It inspects and rates services to ensure they are safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. This blog post demystifies some of the key CQC terminology, so you can better understand how the CQC operates and how it affects you.

If you are considering a move into a care home, how much will you have to pay, and what will the fees include? Freelance writer, Hannah Rowe provides some answers in this article.