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Using good furniture to promote wellness Resident wellbeing is linked to their overall physical, mental, social, and emotional state and it is of paramount importance to care homes. Wellbeing must be ...Read More?

We all know about the physical benefits that electric adjustable beds can bring. From reducing pain and discomfort to helping people achieve a comfortable night's sleep, these beds are an invaluable a ...Read More?

When considering profiling beds for your care home, it is essential to ensure that it is comfortable and supportive enough for your residents. It should also provide the necessary safety features that ...Read More?

Moving from the comfort of home into an unfamiliar care home can be unnerving. it’s imperative to create a warm, welcoming environment to make the transition smooth and non-disruptive. The bedr ...Read More?

We know the need for a contrast between surfaces, furniture and objects is important, as contrast provides the definition required for residents with visual impairments to navigate their space due to ...Read More?

Maintaining the dignity of residents is a top priority in care homes, and the right furniture can play a crucial role in achieving this goal. Furniture that is designed with the needs and comfort of r ...Read More?

Designing or refurbishing your care home is often an exciting time. Choosing wallpaper designs, accessorising your space with odds and ends and fine-tuning your layout certainly are at the top of y ...Read More?

This year on the 25th of November, we attended the Care Sector Supplier Awards which was held at an amazing venue in London, full of wonderful people from the care sector. During our time there we wer ...Read More?

Profiling beds are adjustable beds that can be raised, lowered, and tilted at various angles to support people with varying levels of mobility and comfort needs. These beds play a critical role in p ...Read More?

What is a profiling bed? A profiling bed is an excellent option for people who may need additional support when positioning in bed or spending extended periods of time in bed. Profiling beds are elec ...Read More?

Designing for Dining We explore why the design of dining rooms and the products used in them is crucial to supporting people living with dementia. Over recent years we have explored best practise in ...Read More?

Roman blinds are very popular in care homes. They offer a more nuanced way of modulating sun light, offer greater privacy and the fabric design options are practically infinite. Fitting Roman blinds ...Read More?

Foam mattresses are the most commonly used style of mattresses you might find in care homes. They are useful as they can adapt to a range of environments and pressure area care properties. But what ex ...Read More?

What Does Bariatric Mean? The term bariatric is used to describe the branch of medicine that deals with and treats obesity. Quality of life for bariatric patients can be greatly improved through ...Read More?

Care Homes were badly affected by the covid-19 pandemic. One thing that has come out of it is a new way of looking at care home improvements. Where as hygiene and health have always been important fac ...Read More?

What is Reminiscence Therapy? Masny care homes and Healthcare environments use Reminiscence Therapy (RT) to engage their residents. It is frequently used to treat dementia or severe memory loss. RT w ...Read More?

We are all well aware that the UK is aging and aging quickly. With This those developing dementia will increase. Therefore, designing for dementia has always been important, but demand for dementia f ...Read More?

At night, with the lights off we would all have a good crack at navigating our homes. We would know roughly where light switches were and where the creaky floorboards are. Entering a new care home ca ...Read More?

Improving Quality of life in Care Homes Care home managers and healthcare professionals are always looking for ways to enhance the quality of life for care home residents. We get asked this a lot wh ...Read More?

Wayfinding is a vital component of any care home design, when used effectively it can dampen the stresses of dementia and boost the wellbeing of residents. Care Homes needn’t be drab affairs a ...Read More?

Recliner chairs can serve an incredibly important purpose in your care home. They have capabilities standard care home furniture chairs don’t necessarily offer. Recliners mainly help in the eas ...Read More?

We are thrilled to announce we have become a proud sponsor of the Care Workers Charity. We are unbelievably proud to be part of this charity and campaign to support those that support our friends and ...Read More?

The sun is starting to hang around in the UK and we thought a handy little guide highlighting the benefits of the outdoors to your residents. Also, we will point out a few tips to enhance the care of ...Read More?

We like to help crack the world of pressure area care which can often be a world full of strange jargon. This blog is going to explain the idea of dynamic mattresses and static mattresses. Both styles ...Read More?

A primary misconception about loneliness is that it can only affect those who live on their own and who don’t have regular social contact. However, recent research shows that people who live in ...Read More?

The need for high quality pressure relieving mattresses is essential in the care environment. However, when is it time to consider a replacement. After a while the effectiveness of your mattress on yo ...Read More?

Most profiling beds in care environments will be able to assume the Trendelenburg position. This where the bed moves to a slope where the feet will be at the top and head at the bottom. First charact ...Read More?

In order to ensure the long-term comfort and usefulness of the chairs you buy, it's important to carefully consider all the available options when choosing the upholstery for your care home lounge cha ...Read More?

When reading about pressure sores you may have stumbled across something called a Waterlow score. Well wonder no more. We will help define it and explain how it can help you in assessing pressure sore ...Read More?

The Chester Duck Race was back last weekend and the event was bigger than ever. This year marked the 8th Duck Race after a 2 year break and the event was a huge success. Hickory’s kindly sponsor ...Read More?

New research from the Dementia Services Development Centre has explored how the healing qualities of lighting may benefit those with dementia. Diagnosis of dementia has been rising for years now. 15% ...Read More?

There are a number of different pressure mattresses that have been manufactured specifically to relieve pain and reduce the risk of pressure ulcers in patients. The mattress that a patient will need w ...Read More?

Enhance the view There is nothing finer than a new set of curtains, especially for care homes with large windows and beautiful views. Adding a luxurious frame to that view can add a level of opulen ...Read More?

Falls, slips and trips in care homes are major contributors to injuries and hospital call-outs. It isn’t only residents that are affected but staff and visitors too. It is really important to m ...Read More?

World events and Furniture supply In the UK the fallout from Brexit, Russia’s War in Ukraine and Cost of living has managed to reach the world of Care Home Furniture. We are going to explain wh ...Read More?

When supplying for a new care home it can often be confusing to know what fire regulations need to be applied. Different sizes and styles of property may have differing requirements. Due to this resp ...Read More?

A clean and efficient healthcare environment is of vital importance and not only enhances the quality of life for the resident but also the quality of care given. Renray Healthcare has recently intr ...Read More?

What is a Bariatric Mattress? These are specially reinforced mattresses that are designed for heavier people. They have greater levels of support for increased body weight and can mitigate pressure ...Read More?

It is no secret that people are living longer by 2041 there is expected to be over three million people over the age of 85. Because of this demand for care and nursing homes will only ever increase. ...Read More?

Over chair and overbed tables are a type of portable table that can be placed over the user while they’re in bed or sitting in a chair, as opposed to regular tables such as dining room tables or ...Read More?

Attributes of a top dementia friendly care home Selecting the right and appropriate care home for your loved ones is hard. We have digested what the Alzheimers Society considers to be the key attri ...Read More?

Beds are the most important part of any care home environment for residents. They are where your residents will spend large proportions of their time. The need for them to be comfortable, supportive a ...Read More?

  There are a number of considerations when it comes to choosing waiting room furniture for visitors and patients in hospitals. Below, we discuss the main points to consider to help you choose t ...Read More?

Types of Care Home Chairs Seating is one of the most important considerations care homes need to make for their residents. As well as being practical to the environment they also need to be designe ...Read More?

Ultimate Guide to Curtain Installation Measuring up for new curtains in your care home can come across as a little fiddly and lead to embarrassment if curtains are the wrong size for the space they ...Read More?

An overbed or over chair table is a type of portable table that is placed over a user whilst they're sitting or lying down. The table's surface can then be used from a bed or a lounge chair. Thus, the ...Read More?

Christmas is on us and the festive day is around the corner. The last 18 months has been difficult and this time of year can be particularly problematic. Positivity can be forced on us and it is absol ...Read More?

Exposure to cold temperatures through winter can affect anyone. However, the repercussions of the cold for the elderly is far greater. As we get older our bodies lose the ability to protect us against ...Read More?

Stepping into any hospital and you are likely to find a mixture of ward furniture from a growing number of NHS contract approved suppliers (Such as ourselves). But hospitals are more nuanced now, with ...Read More?