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    Thank you to Paul Fairhurst from Protectology for donation

    BCOP were delighted to receive a donation of Proctology mobile phone screen sanitisers that give extra infection control protection for our care home staff and residents.

    By |August 7th, 2024|

    At BCOP we’re always careful to follow best practice in infection control, so we were very happy to receive a donation of sanitising screen wipes from Paul Fairhurst, MD at Protectology.

    These products were developed for hospital use and offer protection from spreading germs present on mobile phones and Nourish handset touchscreens for 10 days. The .. Read More

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      New dementia cafes start in September

      BCOP nursing homes will host new dementia support groups

      By |July 23rd, 2024|

      BCOP are pleased to be the venues for new dementia cafes  from September ’24 with the Birmingham Dementia Carers Hub (a partnership between Age UK Birmingham, Age Concern Birmingham and Dementia Carers Count Birmingham that provides a range of support to those who look after someone with dementia).

      All our dementia cafes are free to attend.
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        ADASS calls for change of approach to social care

        Report shows an unsustainable and worrying picture for the 4 out of 5 of us needing adult social care in the future

        By |July 16th, 2024|

        The President of Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS), Melanie Williams, said: “ This report shows an unsustainable and worrying picture for the 4 out of 5 of us needing adult social care in the future and sends a clear message that we can’t keep doing more of the same. Instead of focussing .. Read More

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          Case study: Oral hygiene routine adds enjoyment for resident

          Nevillle Williams House resident continues to enjoy all the food he loves and to smile with confidence

          By |July 10th, 2024|

          Benefits

          Improved oral hygiene and mouth care
          Improved personal care  and enjoyment of personal care routine
          Able to smile confidently
          Continues to enjoy all his favorite foods
          Maintains dignity of resident

          Background and challenges
          As is common for people living with dementia, Philip, a resident at Neville Williams House, sometimes refused personal care or could become distressed .. Read More

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            Your invitation to our summer garden fetes

            BCOP homes will be opening their doors to families, friends and neighbours for our summer garden fetes this August

            By |July 9th, 2024|

            Families, friends and local communities are warmly invited to come along to our summer garden fetes and enjoy entertainment, stalls, refreshments and fun activities.

            Join us at

            Neville Williams House in Selly Park, B29 7PP  at 2pm – 4 pm on Saturday, 3rd August

            Anita Stone Court in Moseley, B13 8ND at 12 noon until  4pm on Friday, .. Read More

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              NCF stands ready to work with new government to transform social care

              The National Care Forum (NCF), the leading association for not-for-profit social care, has responded to the results of the General Election.

              By |July 5th, 2024|

              Vic Rayner OBE, CEO of National Care Forum said: “We send our congratulations to Sir Keir Starmer and his ministerial team on their resounding victory in the General Election. We stand ready, as the not-for-profit care and support sector, to ensure that the new government is supported to focus on the immediate social care reform .. Read More

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                What our political parties say about the future for social care

                By |June 11th, 2024|

                At BCOP, we’ve been supporting the #SpeakUpForCare as the General Election approaches, so we’ll be posting here about the future vision for social care from the main political parties.

                You’ll find more information about #SpeakUpForCare and how to vote in the election  here.

                Liberal Democrats social care focussed manifesto
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                  Support us by playing the Birmingham Community Lottery

                  We've registered as a good cause with the Birmingham Community Lottery, so now you can enjoy your weekly flutter and support us at the same time!

                  By |May 30th, 2024|

                  We’ve delighted to have been accepted as one of Birmingham Community Lottery causes and we’re currently fundraising to build Sensory Gardens in each of our nursing homes.
                  About the lottery
                  Birmingham Community Lottery is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in Birmingham.

                  Play the lottery, support Birmingham – it’s that simple!

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                    Why not support us by shopping through Easyfundraising?

                    BCOP has just joined Easyfundraising, which is the UK’s biggest charity shopping site.

                    By |May 29th, 2024|

                    What is Easyfundraising?
                    EasyFundraising started in 2005. Since then, over 2 million supporters have raised over £50 million for charities across the U.K. by signing up to doing their everyday shopping through Easyfundraising.

                     
                    How it works

                    We turn your daily shopping into every day magic! Easyfundraising partners with over 7,000 brands who will donate part of what you .. Read More

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                      Changes in rent and fees payments to BCOP

                      BCOP will be changing the way rent and nursing home fees are paid to us from standing orders or bank transfer payments to direct debit payments.

                      By |May 29th, 2024|

                      This means it will be easier for you to make monthly payments as you’ll no longer have to remember the due date or organise manual payments.

                      A direct debit (DD) payment means the right amount of rent or fees will automatically be made from your bank account each month. You’ll be notified each month in advance .. Read More

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