Continuity of Care Services

05/11/2026

If the sounds, sights or smells of Bonfire Night are difficult for someone you support, ask how they'd like to spend the evening, whether that's tonight or over the next few days.

Before the noise starts, agree on a quieter place they can go for the evening, or just for a break. Have ear defenders or a favourite programme ready if they find those helpful.⁠

They might enjoy watching the display at first and want a break later. If someone else is supporting them afterwards, pass on what you agreed and anything that helped.

Share this with someone who may find it useful over the coming days. Stay safe 💜

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween from the Continuity Care Services team! 🧙‍♀️✨

Wishing you an evening full of treats, warm smiles, and no tricks. Stay safe and enjoy a wonderful spooky season! 🎃🧡

29/10/2026

We couldn’t be prouder of our Sophie 💜

Healthcare appointments can feel incredibly overwhelming, so building the trust and confidence to manage things like blood tests is a huge personal milestone.

A massive thank you to Becky (Learning Disability Liaison Nurse) and Karen (phlebotomist) at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. Taking the time to listen, explain things and offer support can make something that once felt impossible feel achievable.

Total superstars all round! 🌟

“The doctor said I needed a blood test to help me stay healthy. I tried many times with help from my carers and family, but I just wasn’t brave enough.”

🏥 Hospitals can be busy and overwhelming, and for people with learning disabilities there can be extra challenges.

That was the case for Sophie, who needs regular blood tests and had been finding it difficult to come in to hospital.

🩸 Karen, one of our phlebotomists, worked with Learning Disability Liaison Nurse, Becky Hankin to help Sophie build her confidence so she can access the services she needs.

Sophie said: “The first time I needed to have a blood test I just didn’t want to go…so I didn’t.

“Then I met nurse Becky who introduced me to another nurse (the one with the needle!) and they were able to explain everything to me and reassure me that everything would be ok. And it was!

🫶 “Thank you, Becky and Karen for helping me to stay healthy.”

28/10/2026

A Wednesday well-spent at Leonard Cheshire's Activities Centre by Chipstead Lakes! 🎃🐱

Sophie got fully into the Halloween spirit today, bringing out the pumpkin headbands for a serious, highly competitive round of Cat Bingo. The concentration paid off with a brilliant full house! 🏆

Swipe across to see the winning board (and the top-tier headwear) 👉💜

23/10/2026

"On Wednesdays we wear pink." 💅

Sorry to Regina George and the Plastics, but the team at Continuity of Care Services is breaking the rules today! It’s Friday, and we are decked out in our brightest pinks for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💕

We’ve spent the day doing our bit to support the campaign in the way we know best, with a brightly coloured dress code and plenty of office treats!

To learn more about the signs, symptoms, and the amazing work behind the campaign, visit Breast Cancer Now.

Help us spread the word! Tag a friend or loved one in the comments to remind them to check their chest today 💖

22/10/2026

Anyone with long hair knows the dread of hair wash day…
It’s always a faff, takes a lot of effort, and more often than not ends with "I'll do it tomorrow".

So when nobody's booked in at Restwell Retreats, "the hairdressers" opens. A lovely lady we support visits with her care team for a hair wash. Thanks to the roomy environment, a height-adjustable swing basin, and the Raz-AT tilt-in-space chair, wash day feels less like an exhausting chore and more like a VIP salon visit.

What's your hair-wash-day excuse?👇 💇‍♀️

20/10/2026

Shayna is always sending in the best snaps from her days out with the people we support! ⭐️

Last Saturday was a packed one, starting at the garden centre, from feeding the koi to debating why Christmas displays are already out in October.

After that, it was straight over to Mote Park for a dog walk, followed by a quick shop where Abby took charge of the basket. Honestly, far more productive than our Saturdays.

Massive shoutout to Shayna for sharing the highlights 💜

11/10/2026

A big shoutout to Ellie for absolutely smashing her Monday at Lainey's Care Farm! 🚜

Trying a new group can feel incredibly daunting, but Ellie embraced the change like a true superstar 💜

Shayna joined Ellie to care for the guinea pigs before they headed out for a lovely walk to feed the donkeys. They even managed to squeeze in a trip to the snack shop, rounding off a fantastic day.

Well done, Ellie! We’re so proud of how brilliantly you handled the change 🌟

05/10/2026

Is your home autumn-ready? 🍂

As the weather turns colder, small preparations can make a huge difference in keeping older loved ones safe, comfortable, and independent at home. We’ve put together a simple seasonal checklist to help families prepare:

- Book autumn boosters: Speak to your GP or pharmacist early in the season to schedule flu and COVID-19 jabs.

- Prepare essentials: Ensure you have enough stock of regular medication, basic food items, and heating credit, plus a torch and emergency numbers within easy reach.

- Test your alarms: Use the upcoming clock change as a reminder to test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and check expiry dates.

- Check the heating early: Test your radiators and thermostat now, keep main rooms at a comfortable temperature, and check if you're eligible for support via your energy supplier's Priority Services Register.

- Plan regular check-ins: Agree on who will call or visit during colder spells so no one feels isolated.

Getting ready for the colder months can feel like a lot to handle on your own, but you don't have to manage it alone. Whether you need occasional check-ins or consistent daily support, our team is here to help 💜

Give us a call today on 01622 809881 to chat through your options.

27/09/2026

"My week was great... but I'm distraught that I've not had the privilege of a vocabulary lesson from my local care provider."

We hear your cries of despair, and welcome you...to the Sunday edition of Nikki’s Word of the Week!

Rambunctious (adjective): Uncontrollably exuberant or boisterous.

Go forth and add a little rambunctious energy to your Sunday afternoon today (bonus points for annoying anyone seeking a post-roast slumber) 🤭