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With 2022 in full swing, there’s never been a better time to find a new career. Whether you’re in...
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We’re Recruiting!!!

Wednesday, April 27th, 2022
With the cost of living set to skyrocket in April, Kare Plus have got you covered! Just one extra shift with us...
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Breast Cancer Awareness - Signs to look out for

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it's important to be breast aware so you notice any changes as soon as possible.
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Is water always the best choice on a hot day?

Wednesday, September 8th, 2021
In hotter weather, the risk of dehydration is greater. But is water always the first thing you should be reaching for?
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As of today, Monday 16th August 2021, people who are double jabbed or aged under 18 will no longer be legally required to self-isolate if they are identified as a close contact of a positive COVID-19 case.
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In the modern working world it is far too common for individuals to wonder what it is they can offer businesses...
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Guidance on the management of staff, patients and residents who have been exposed to COVID-19...
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Hot weather: How to sleep in the heat

Wednesday, July 21st, 2021
With much of the UK experiencing high temperatures, the difficulty of getting a good night's sleep will be on many people's minds...
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The BBC reported that there has been a rise in malignant melanoma cases in the elderly. Over 900 people over the age of 55 in Scotland have been diagnosed with the dangerous form of skin cancer...
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While sun-seekers are enjoying basking in the sunshine, the hot weather can lead to health problems and heatstroke, something that is particularly dangerous for the elderly...
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Heatwave: A Survival Guide for Nurses

Tuesday, July 20th, 2021
Wherever you work and whatever you work as, the hot weather affects everyone.
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Get your NHS COVID Pass letter

Tuesday, July 20th, 2021
You can use this letter if you're travelling abroad, or going to an event, and need proof you've had your COVID-19 vaccination...
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The weather has been far from summery over the last few months, but for some reason we are now stuck in the middle of a heatwave...
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Kare Plus Careers - How to Apply!

Thursday, July 15th, 2021
With 2021 in full swing, there’s never been a better time to find a new career. Whether you’re in full-time work, or you’re currently unemployed, this is the perfect time to change things up and find a career you truly care about...
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Once you have downloaded the app, it should be left on as much as possible to ensure you and your community are...
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#ACardForCaring Campaign with Kare Plus

Sunday, July 11th, 2021
Although this months' Carers Week is all about raising support for unpaid carers such as family members and friends, we want to say a special thank you to all those who make a difference in someone’s life with our #ACardForCaring campaign.....
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Diversity In Nursing | By Kare Plus

Friday, July 9th, 2021
#InternationalNursesDay With Kare Plus Here at Kare Plus, our nurses are part of a front-line team of amazing key...
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The word “dementia” is something we hear banded around within the Homecare sector with many businesses stating that they specialise in Dementia when, often this is simply not the case...
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Once you have downloaded the app, it should be left on as much as possible to ensure you and your community are...
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Kare Plus is pleased to announce their latest contract award which will see the organisation support the NHS with their temporary staffing needs under the National Framework for Provision of Clinical and Healthcare Staffing.
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5 Reasons To Join Kare Plus In 2021

Thursday, December 31st, 2020
2020 has been a year like no other. A global pandemic took grasp of countries across the world and confined us to our...
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Spread A Little Kindness This Christmas

Friday, December 18th, 2020
We recently discussed how Christmas is often a very commercially focused Holiday, in which we put too much value in how...
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The festive period is an important time for many people of all faiths and none who come together over the holidays. The...
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Are you struggling for ideas on what to get your loved ones for Christmas? In Britain each year, countless people...
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If you hadn’t already guessed from the title, it’s National Self-Care Week. Many of us often put others before our own personal needs, because it’s often easier to spot when others need help.
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"No One Has Ever Become Poor By Giving"

Friday, November 13th, 2020
Kare Plus Wirral & Liverpool and Kare Plus Newcastle have been tremendously busy recently not only managing their business's but going the extra mile in support of local foodbanks. Franchise Director, Louise May (pictured bottom left) and her team have partnered with Neo Foodbank, whilst Kare Plus Newcastle Director's Iki Yousaff and Ricki Walia raised a phenomenal £1,916.00 to various local foodbanks across Tyneside.
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With a second lockdown underway, 2020 will be remembered as one of the most isolated years on record. Families have...
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Today is National Stress Awareness day and at Kare Plus we are proud to be partnered with Able Futures, an organisation that provides free mental health support for those who are affected by stress in the workplace.
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In the years gone by, Halloween was an annual event in which adults and children mixed as they walked from door-to-door...
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We want anyone and everyone from our Kare Plus network, from nurses and carers to care home residents and followers of Kare Plus, to design our very own Kare Plus Christmas card cover for 2020! If David is good with a pencil, let him draw, or if Sarah is a distinguished painter then get her some brushes!
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Advice for parents and carers on looking after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Kare Plus Goes Pink For #WearItPink

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020
Kare Plus is proud to announce it will go pink today to support Breast Cancer Now and its Wear It Pink initiative! Each year, participants across the UK wear pink to raise money, the money raised will go towards life-saving breast cancer research and care in addition to supporting those affected by breast cancer.
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On Friday 23rd October, Breast Cancer Now, one of the biggest charities in the UK are holding their annual Wear it Pink day. This day is to help fundraise the amazing nurses, scientists and hundreds of thousands of families affected by breast cancer.
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The days are growing shorter and there’s a lot more rain now, which can mean only one thing - winter is almost...
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Saturday 10th October was World Mental Health Day, but that doesn’t mean the focus on mental health is for one day. We wanted to pull together some general tips on relaxing during the downtime between shifts, so you can face work feeling refreshed and in a better state of mind.
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Five Ways To Mental Wellbeing

Friday, October 9th, 2020
Connections, activity, learning, noticing and giving If you are struggling with low mood, depression or other mental...
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The FCDO has a global advisory against ‘all but essential’ travel, but exempts destinations that do not pose an unacceptably high risk for British travellers.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Travel Corridors

Friday, October 2nd, 2020
You may not have to self-isolate if you are travelling from one of the countries, territories or regions listed below. You will still need to complete the passenger locator form before you enter the UK.
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Are You Going Sober For October?

Friday, October 2nd, 2020
Known as Sober for October, or October, the tenth month of the year is a great chance for people to cut back on their...
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Tips For Cutting Out Smoking This #Stoptober

Thursday, October 1st, 2020
Each year, people across the UK take part in Stoptober in an effort to quit smoking, a habit that can cause serious health complications later in life.
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Some people need to self-isolate as part of the UK's efforts to limit the spread of coronavirus.
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A resource for those working in domiciliary care providing information on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
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In the UK, the current legal ruling is that people must wear a face covering in some of the following places (we’ll link the full list at the bottom of the page):
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Decades from now, students and adults alike will learn about 2020 and how it completely changed the world. For those...
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Refer A Friend And Earn Up To £300!

Friday, September 4th, 2020
If you refer a friend to Kare Plus, you could be rewarded with up to £300 as a thank you!
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TV shows can do a great job of conveying the healthcare industry, but they often end up twisting reality. Here's 5 actions that TV doctors don’t do in real life.
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'Walk Together' For Bowel Cancer

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020
Walk Together is a sponsored five mile walk to show our support for those undergoing treatment, to remember loved ones...
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The 5 Best Medical TV Shows

Tuesday, September 1st, 2020
TV shows can give us an insight into the medical world that is hard to get anywhere else, here's 5 of the best medical TV shows.
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Katy Hartley: A HCA's Story

Monday, August 31st, 2020
Hi, I'm Katy Hartley and this is my story as a HCA. I enjoy my job even though there are very tough moments and delicate situations.
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12 hour shifts can take it out of you and it can often be hard to switch off after work. Here's 5 tips to help you wind down at the end of a long day.
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Health Care Assistants are an essential part of the care industry, we explain why.
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There’s no doubt that working in healthcare can often be dangerous, from challenging patients...
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5 Ways To Become A HCA

Tuesday, August 25th, 2020
Healthcare assistants are an invaluable part of the healthcare industry, so we've listed five ways you can become one.
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7 Super Powers That All Nurses Need

Monday, August 24th, 2020
We all want super hero abilities, but which powers would be most beneficial to nurses? We list the top 7.
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5 Reasons To Become An Agency HCA

Friday, August 21st, 2020
Kare Plus Health Care Assistants benefit from flexible working hours and competitive pay rates, read the blog to find out more.
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5 Steps You Can Take Towards Becoming A Nurse

Thursday, August 20th, 2020
Nursing is one of the most important roles in healthcare, so we've detailed how you can become a part of it.
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If you want to enter the healthcare industry, homecare could be the answer.
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Do You Care?

Tuesday, August 18th, 2020
Leading the way in local Health and Social Care provision, Kare Plus is currently experiencing rapid...
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February 2nd is Time To Talk Day, a national event dedicated to discussing mental health openly. Find out how you can get involved in our blog.
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World Cancer Day: 5 Key Cancer Charities

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020
Today is World Cancer Day, so we've collated a list of some excellent charities you can get involved with.
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It's a new year, so why not try a new career? Flexible working hours and weekly pay are just a few benefits of working with Kare Plus.
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Less than half of all women in the UK regularly check their breasts, here's a short guide on how and when you should do it.
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The youngest ever recipient of a double hand transplant recently played baseball for the first time in his life!
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Stressful experiences linked to dementia

Tuesday, July 18th, 2017
Scientists have found a link between stressful life events and an increased risk of dementia - read the blog to find out more
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Find out all you need to know about sunscreen in our blog, you might be surprised.
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Children that spend more time in front of the television are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.
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Virgin will soon offer autism friendly flights and holiday destinations to its customers.
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Scientists have found that having diabetes can lead to a higher chance of developing Alzheimer's later in life.
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A groundbreaking form of technology has allowed patients diagnosed with locked-in syndrome to communicate for the first time.
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"What music proves is that we don’t just disappear into nothing as the brain disintegrates, a person is still there"
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A new study has found that a third of all autism cases are caused by one protein, marking a considerable step forward for research.
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A new study has found that Parkinson's is linked to bacteria present in the stomach.
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We take a look at the project that hopes to help dementia sufferers through the power of music
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Disabilities do not define people, here are 5 famous people that never let their disabilities hold them back.
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Pokemon Go hasn’t been officially released in the UK yet, but that hasn’t stopped  the eager majority...
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Alzheimer’s Research UK and VR specialists have created an Android-exclusive VR app called A Walk Through...
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How mobile devices are changing healthcare

Thursday, December 3rd, 2015
Ali Parsa believes the mobile phone might be the most important medical piece of equipment we have and wants to use it...
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Healthcare providers in Britain are too bogged down in red tape to be able to innovate, new research by PA consulting...
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Unfortunately, there hasn’t been a lot to smile about for care workers within the industry lately. However, with...
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Health insurance allows you to bypass NHS queues to be treated in a top hospital at a time of your choosing.  The...
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Patients will be able to check how good healthcare is in their area when cancer, mental health, diabetes and other...
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