Andway Christmas News: Spreading Festive Joy in Care Homes

The holiday season is upon us, and we’re thrilled to share our festive initiatives to brighten care homes across the UK. Christmas isn’t just a day; it’s a feeling, and we’re all about fostering that warmth, joy and magic, especially for residents, staff and families within care environments. 

Deck the Halls for Andway's Festive Care Home Contest 2023 

We're on the lookout for the most dazzling Christmas setups in care homes. Think trees adorned with tinsel, baubles and bright lights - and feel free to be as creative as you like! 

But this isn't just about decorations - it's about encouraging the magic of Christmas into your care home. All you have to do is send a snap of your heartwarming, festive care homes to lewis@andwayhealthcare.org.uk to be in with a chance of winning fabulous prizes. 

Set your reminders - this competition ends on December 15th, with winners announced on the 18th.

Christmas Questions for Care Homes

Attention care home owners based in the UK: As a festive treat, Andway's giving away FREE packs of biscuits to every care home owner that answers our Christmas Question for Care Homes: What's the number one thing your care home does to ensure your residents feel the Christmas spirit?

Simply give us your answers via this form, and voila! Your biscuits will be on their way to add a sprinkle of joy to your festive celebrations.

This promotion ends Friday 22nd December, but if you missed us, feel free to get in touch with our representative lewis@andwayhealthcare.org.uk to discover how we can help you.

Prepare for Christmas with Andway

Time is ticking, and the clock is counting down to the most wonderful time of the year. To ensure your stockings are filled in time, remember to place your orders before December 15th for guaranteed courier dispatches. 

Our team is here to assist you during our regular office hours until December 22nd, and we’ll be back in the office from January 2nd. If you have any queries regarding deliveries or our Christmas schedule, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Christmas Wishes

As Christmas approaches, we want to give a special shout-out to the incredible care staff, spreading cheer and comfort this festive season. Your commitment brings added warmth to the lives of numerous families and residents across the UK and beyond. 

From the depths of our hearts, thank you for all you do!

Wishing you all a festive season filled with warmth and happiness! 

How Profiling Beds Enhance Quality of Care

We all know that a good night's sleep is crucial, especially for those dealing with health concerns. When it comes to residents with limited mobility or long-term illnesses, the right bed becomes essential for personalised care.

Choosing the perfect bed for your residents is more than a decision; it's a commitment to their health and happiness. Profiling beds are ideal for residents struggling with their mobility, providing care that supports both comfort and recovery. With the ability to be tailored to each resident’s specific requirements, profiling beds assist patients and care home workers alike. 

Dementia Care 

As many of us know, dementia often leads to a serious impairment of cognitive functions, including memory loss, poor coordination and emotional instability. As dementia progresses, brain cell damage can lead to difficulty with movement. With that in mind, Profiling beds provide a comforting solution to ease some of these symptoms regarding mobility.  

With height-adjustable settings supporting residents getting in and out of bed, profiling mattresses offer a heightened sense of independence whilst reducing the risk of falls and injuries. 

Most importantly, the sleeping environment for a dementia patient must make them feel at home and at ease with their surroundings. Consider adding bedding and a familiar blanket to help kickstart a great night’s rest. 

Respiratory Conditions 

Respiratory diseases affect one in five people in the UK. However, with the right sitting and sleeping position, carers can ease residents' symptoms. With four (or more!) sleeping positions available with profiling beds, including ‘head raised’ and ‘feet and head raised’, there are multiple ways to help relieve pressure from the chest to aid breathing.  

In many cases, elderly residents who experience respiratory symptoms tend to spend a significant amount of time in bed, making it even more important to secure a snug, safe sleeping environment. By utilising the back and leg elevation controls, care workers can help residents by clearing congestion and keeping their airways clear.

Pressure Care Management 

For many care home residents, mobility and comfort can only be achieved with the help of specialist products and equipment. For residents who spend a lot of time reclined in bed, profiling beds help to prevent the development of pressure ulcers. 

Often, for residents who cannot move without help from others, profiling beds can make it much easier for them to find comfort whilst limiting the amount of pressure on their skin. With medical guidelines stating that patients should be turned every four to six hours, the ability to use simple handset controls is effective for reducing and managing bed sores. 

Provide Your Care Home Residents With Premium Comfort

Working to support both residents and caregivers, profiling beds are an essential part of any care facility. With tons of profiling beds available for your care home, it can take expert guidance and time to find the right one for you, your staff and most importantly, your residents. 

Our team are always looking to offer the most up-to-date profiling beds, and our brand new ELECTRA Profiling Bed provides a cost-effective solution to the perfect night’s sleep. With four different profiling sections and simple handset controls, patient independence is at the forefront of its design. 

If you would like to know more about our ELECTRA Profiling Bed or find the right profiling bed for your home, a team member will be happy to help!