The Managing Director of Corinium Care has joined national calls for greater awareness of live-in care as an option for older people who can no longer manage alone at home.
Clare Janik has teamed up with other live-in care providers and the UK Homecare Association to lobby health professionals and MPs and push the profile of live-in care higher up the national care agenda.
“Live-in care is not only a good and affordable option for thousands of people in the UK, it also forms an essential part of the care landscape,” said Clare.
“It benefits the individual because it means they can maintain their independence and stay in their own home as long as possible.
“It reduces pressure on the NHS because it helps keep thousands of older people out of hospitals, and enables them to go home sooner rather than taking up much-needed beds.
“And finally it boosts the economy because it’s a rapidly growing part of the private sector.”
Award-winning Corinium Care has expanded rapidly since its formation in 1995 and now has 17 staff in Gloucestershire and more than 800 registered carers.
“The problem we face as an industry is that live-in care is hardly mentioned when the issue of the ageing population comes up at Westminster and within the NHS.
“There is a lot of discussion about care homes and the spiralling costs of social care, but the existence of live-in care as an alternative is not significantly recognised.
“It’s up to those of us in the industry who believe passionately about it to stand up and promote it as an affordable option which provides quality care.”
The UKHCA has agreed to lobby MPs and help educate health care professionals, including GPs.
There are more than 10 million people over the age of 65 in the UK, and that number is set to double in the next 30 years, placing extra burdens on the NHS and social services departments which face swingeing spending cuts.
“When we discuss how to face the challenges of an ageing population, we cannot ignore the question of where the money for social care and health care is going to come from,” said Clare.
“In that context, it makes sense for the live-in care sector to lift its head above the parapet and to play a more visible role in the provision jigsaw so that the best care choices can be made.
“We know that, generally, older people want to stay in their own home for as long as possible, surrounded by a lifetime of memories and things they hold dear. Live-in care helps to make that happen.”
Sailor Henry wins Corinium's backing
Sailor Henry Bomby has added Corinium Care to his team of sponsors as he heads for the high seas in a challenging 2014 season.
Corinium Care is delighted to back Henry, who has enjoyed a rollercoaster career since he left school, including sailing single-handed around Britain.
He also won the Artemis Offshore Academy Scholarship for a fully-funded season on the Figaro circuit.
This year he will be competing for the third time in La Solitaire du Figaro (the world championship of offshore sailing), and wants to continue his progress up the fleet against world class competition (he finished 24th in 2013).
Securing sponsorship is essential, and he thanked Corinium Care for its support. “Getting to the start line each year is never easy,” said Henry. “To have the support of Corinium Care, who join our growing team of Supporters Club members for 2014, is absolutely fantastic and we are very excited about the year ahead.”
Chief Executive of the live-in care agency Camilla Miles is a keen sailor. “Henry’s determination is impressive, so we’re glad to support him,” she said. “He’s got what it takes to go far.”
Henry took to boats with his dad David at the age of four and was out sailing dinghies on his own by the time he was eight. At 17 he put a project together to sail single-handed around the UK and fell in love with offshore racing.
His ultimate ambition is to become the first Briton to win the Vendee Globe, the single-handed non-stop around-the-world race which takes place every four years.
Welcome to Jacquie, our new care manager
Jacquie Whitmarsh-Everiss has joined live-in care agency Corinium Care as Care Manager.
Jacquie has spent more than 25 years working as a care manager, care assistant and in the NHS.
“It’s wonderful working for Corinium Care. It’s the best job I’ve ever had. The support is amazing – it’s difficult to believe that 17 people in one office can get on so well,” she said. “To know that we are looking after people so well is very rewarding.”
Managing Director of the live-in care agency in Nailsworth, Clare Janik, welcomed Jacquie to Corinium Care’s head office in George Street. “She is extremely experienced and is an invaluable addition to our care team,” she said.
Corinium sponsors Barry Norman at Literature Festival
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| Chief Executive Camilla Miles with Barry Norman |
The 80-year-old TV star, film critic, journalist and author has written a heartfelt memoir, See you in the morning, about his wife Diana who died in 2011, aged 77.
The event at Cheltenham Town Hall was sponsored by Corinium Care.
“With our roots firmly in Gloucestershire, we try to support local enterprise whenever we can, and we are therefore proud to be associated with the Literature Festival,” said Chief Executive of the live-in care agency Camilla Miles.
“It is also significant that Barry Norman cared for his wife at home which struck a chord with our values at Corinium Care.”
Fire crews get hot tips from Corinium Care training team
When it comes to lifting people out of tricky situations, the fire crews in Gloucestershire know their stuff.
But they got a bit of extra help when a training duo from Corinium Care in Nailsworth popped in.
The live-in care agency provides 24-hour care for frail and elderly people who can no longer manage alone, and the staff train all their carers in moving and handling.
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| Paul Barrett, Celia Mackie, John Drew and Suzanne Hathaway |
Managing Director of Corinium Care, Clare Janik, was pleased to help. “Moving and handling is an essential part of our carer training. Our clients can be quite frail and something as seemingly simple as getting in and out of a car can become a major hurdle, not just for them but for their carer.
“If it’s done properly, it makes a world of difference.”
The Corinium Care session included posture awareness, safety tips, and a demonstration on how best to get a person from a wheelchair into a car.
Paul thanked the Corinium team for their help. “We have an ongoing training programme to make sure our fire crews are always up to speed. The Corinium Care ladies’ session was great – moving people safely is an essential lesson for all of us and they did a good job.”
Nigel cooks up a treat for Corinium Care
There’s not much Nigel Court doesn’t know about cooking, and about life around Stroud. So he was perfect choice when live-in care agency Corinium Care was looking for an outside caterer.
The company hosts one-week training schemes for more than 20 potential carers every month when lunch is provided every day. It also arranges client lunches and other functions at its offices in George Street.
Nigel was brought up in Brownshill near Stroud, went to school at Eastcombe Manor, and trained as a chef at Upton St Leonards.
In the last 30 years he has owned three restaurants in London, lived in Italy for seven years, run a restaurant in Nailsworth, and set up his outside catering business in the 1990s.
“I love working for Corinium Care,” he said. “This is one of the nicest jobs I have ever had. All the staff and all the carers I’ve met are lovely peole. It’s such a civilised environment to work in - it makes such a difference when you’re appreciated.”
Managing Director of Corinium Care, Clare Janik, praised Nigel’s culinary skills. “Whenever he cooks for us, someone always wants the recipe. That says it all. His food is delicious,” she said.
The award-winning live-in care agency provides 24-hour care for elderly people, those with dementia and young adults with physical and learning disabilities. Founded in 1995, it has 17 staff and 800 registered carers.
Seven stride out to support Alzheimer's charity
Seven ladies from Corinium Care's HQ in Nailsworth are lacing up their walking boots for a cause close to their hearts.
The magnificent seven will stride out in this year’s Memory Walk in support of the Alzheimer’s Society.
Leading the team is the live in care agency's Commercial Director Amanda Butler.
A lot of our clients have dementia so we are very mindful of the good work that the charity does and how important it is to try and beat what can be a devastating disease,” she said.
“At first just two of us signed up for the walk. Then five more joined in, including the Managing Director. So even if it’s raining it’s going to be a good day out.”The 10km event takes place in the grounds of Highnam Court near Gloucester on September 15. Taking part are Amanda, along with Jo Wilkins, Suzanne Hathaway, Carly Lines, Celia Mackie, Managing Director Clare Janik, and Rachel Dedman.
The live-in care agency, based in George Street, Nailsworth provides 24-hour live-in care for frail and elderly people who can no longer manage alone.
Anyone who wants to sponsor the Corinium Care team can do so at www.justgiving.com/Coriniummemorywalk
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