A care home in Alsager, Cheshire was struck with a large fine after multiple fire safety breaches in early December. The serious fire safety breaches made by Lavender Home Residential House put residents and staff at huge risk. The care home, which cares for the elderly and those with dementia suffered a £40,000 fine in […]
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Nursing Home Fire leaves six in Hospital
A serious nursing home fire occurred on January 18th at the Old Vicarage Nursing Home in Pandy Tudur, Wales. The Old Vicarage Nursing Home fire was discovered at around midnight when the alarm system was initiated. Eight fire crews and more than 10 emergency ambulance responders from across Wales were called to attend the incident. […]
Cheltenham Carer Care Home Theft
A healthcare assistant has been charged after thieving from a care home in Gloucestershire on Tuesday 30th October. Grant Hodges, 26, stole a selection of drugs from a care home where he was actually employed at and also lived. Mr Hodges also committed various driving offences. Hodges, unable to pass his theory test, resulted in […]
Punishments and Prosecutions to the Detriment of Fires in Care Homes
In the past twelve months, at least three people have died due to fires in care homes. We’ve listed 6 care homes which have been subject to punishments and prosecutions in the form of fines and worse. Read on, to find out how to protect your people and care home in the event of a […]
