Wesleyhaven Village - Skin Integrity
As we age our skin becomes more fragile, thin and dry which increases our potential risk for injury. Skin tears are a common skin related injury affecting the frail elderly population with causal factors including; falls, shear, friction, bumps, knocks, manual handling, equipment and the environment.
PSC Longview - Fall Free Days: A Long-Term Commitment
Falls risk factors can be complex involving a multitude of varied factors including; poor balance and mobility, unsafe footwear, medical conditions and the environment. To minimise a residents risk of falling Residential Aged Care Facilities require a persistent multi-factorial falls prevention approach involving all stakeholders.
Preventing and Minimising Infections - St Vincent’s Care Services, St Josephs Village
Communal living in residential care increases contact between people and also the risk of infection, especially when residents have difficulties with activities of daily living such as toileting. In residential aged care facilities, residents and the staff members who care for them are the most likely sources of infectious agents,...
Our Journey to Excellence at Kamo Home & Village - As it Continues
Kamo Home and Village provides residential quality care to elderly people. The importance of the success of our product offering supports the Vision of the Trust “Quality Care for Life”.
The Importance of Teams, Teamwork and Team Leadership - Walmsley House - Presbyterian Support Southland
Traditionally, health prevention and cure have always been the aim for the healthcare industry. Consequently it is the one industry that faces continuous pressures to improve quality and the one with the fastest‐growing interest in quality. Enter the audit process.
