Covid-19 Our CQC report
June 5th, 2020 in BlogOf course everyone is concerned that organisations are doing everything to ensure that best practice and safety to contain this virus is being done. We are no exception, Care Quality Commission who are the enforcement authority have recently undertaken an assessment of how we are…
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Sentinel carers receive special awards
October 13th, 2017 in BlogTwo of our carers who provide care to people in their homes across Shropshire and Staffordshire have been given special awards for their service. The Sentinel Star carer of the quarter award has been presented to Nicola Hilliard, who has only been with the firm…
Read more…Introducing the latest Sentinel Star, Grace!
November 3rd, 2016 in BlogThe team here at Sentinel Care Services are delighted to introduce the latest winner of our Star Award, Grace Oakley. Grace only joined us in June and has been such a popular member of staff since then that she has been voted as the Sentinel…
Read more…Caregiving is a rewarding experience – just ask Isaac!
October 28th, 2016 in BlogBeing a caregiver means being able to make a real difference in people’s lives and we at Sentinel Care Services pride ourselves on supporting existing staff and enabling new colleagues to attain the highest possible care for the comfort of our clients. But why is…
Read more…What do I do if one parent goes into respite and the other remains at home?
July 14th, 2016 in BlogOur Sentinel support workers sometimes go into homes where they may be looking after one person but their spouse is still there living with them. On occasion, the person being looked after then goes into respite or into full-time care which sadly leaves their…
Read more…What can a Sentinel support worker do for my loved one?
July 14th, 2016 in BlogAt Sentinel Care Services, we understand the prospect of letting a stranger look after your loved one can be daunting, they are not you and won’t understand like you do. But sometimes work, family commitments, distance or a whole host of other factors are…
Read more…My loved one has been diagnosed with dementia – can they continue living in their own home?
July 14th, 2016 in BlogMy loved one has been diagnosed with dementia – can they continue living in their own home? The time immediately after a dementia diagnosis can be extremely worrying for all involved. One of the most concerning things can be wondering whether your loved one can…
Read more…New deputy care manager joins team in Telford
April 25th, 2016 in BlogA new deputy care manager has joined the team at a Shropshire care company. Rachael Corbett, 33, of Pattingham, has taken on the role at Sentinel Care Services straight after leaving university. Based in the head office at Stafford Park, Telford, Ms Corbett has worked…
Read more…New company officially launches with fresh website, blog, and a cake celebration
March 25th, 2016 in BlogA new company has been launched in Telford. Sentinel Care Services, which was formally Carewatch (Mid Shropshire and South West Staffordshire), has held a launch party to show off the new uniforms and launch the new company website. The rebrand has now been completed following…
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