Our carers are the heart of Gardiner’s Homecare. We’re proud to regularly celebrate the long service of our dedicated team members. Their commitment to providing exceptional care makes a real difference to the lives of our clients. Their hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! Here at The […]
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The Care Certificate ensures that healthcare workers have the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Congratulations to everyone who has completed this! Your hard work and dedication to providing compassionate, safe, and high-quality care is truly inspiring. Well done to Leonore & Heath for recently completing […]
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We’re thrilled to share a heartwarming story about one of our cherished clients, Jo. Her journey with Gardiner’s Homecare has been truly inspiring, and we’re delighted to highlight the positive impact our care has had on her life. Seeking support from Gardiner’s When Jo’s son sought additional support to help his mother maintain her independent […]
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At Gardiner’s Homecare, we are proud of our reputation for treating everyone as an individual. We respect people’s beliefs, and value what matters most to them. This commitment extends to celebrating diversity within the LGBTQ+ community. LGBTQ+ care workers LGBTQ+ care workers bring a valuable perspective and skills to the care sector and to our […]
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Thank you to all clients and family members who have recently completed the Gardiner’s Homecare Client Survey. We understand just how important it is to engage with our clients and to seek continuous improvement. It is for this reason that we prioritize gathering actionable feedback from our clients. Transparency is also important, which is why […]
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A big thank you to all team members who have recently completed the Gardiner’s Homecare Staff Engagement Survey. We understand the importance of engagement and continuous improvement. That’s why we prioritize gathering actionable feedback from our staff. We also know how important it is to be transparent, and therefore are sharing on this page the […]
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It is really important not to underestimate the importance of good hydration for those receiving care at home. How much water should we drink each day? The amount you should drink each day depends on several factors including climate, physical activity and diet. The UK Food Standards Agency recommends that “in a moderate climate, such […]
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It is not easy, caring for someone with dementia in a heatwave. For many people, warmer weather can cause discomfort, dehydration and distress. Those with dementia may find it difficult to take the steps we all take to help us cope in the heat. Here is some advice about caring for someone with dementia in […]
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Supporting people to vote can be really important to those that now require help from others. Ahead of the General Election on Thursday 4 July, this post provides information about supporting people to vote and how to make the process easier. Gardiner’s can support our clients to vote if they wish. Many of our clients […]
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Companionship care is a great way to address loneliness and isolation. Whilst loneliness can affect all ages, those aged over 75 are especially vulnerable. Social isolation might stem from illness, getting weaker or being scared to go out. Other common factors include retirement, family being around less often, the deaths of spouses, and perhaps also […]
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The Berkshire Care Association (BCA) Care Awards are a celebration of care in all CQC registered Adult social care settings. The Homecare Awards recognise and promote best practice, dedication and support that staff dedicate to the people they serve across Berkshire. Whether delivering direct care or ensuring a service runs smoothly behind the scenes, the […]
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What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? A lasting power of attorney is something that we should probably all have in place. It is a legal document that allows someone to make decisions for you, or act on your behalf if you are no longer able to do so yourself. What happens if I don’t […]
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