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Remembering our Deputy Director Steph Thompson 

We would like to express our deep sadness at the loss of our valued friend and colleague, Steph Thompson, who died earlier this month. Steph had a flourishing career, and profoundly impacted...
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Our new research reveals 6 key ways that older people can thrive in a care home

We are delighted to release our new research: ‘Thriving in Residential Care’! My Home Life England (part of City St George’s, University of London) has conducted one of the largest ever qualitative...
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We’re launching new research: Are care homes a positive option for older people?

Join us at lunchtime on Wednesday 4th September for the launch of our ‘Thriving in Residential Care’ research! We’ve conducted one of the largest ever qualitative research studies on older people’s experiences...
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Watch our new animation: What does a better future for social care look like?

  We believe it’s about empowering confident care leaders, improving care experiences and creating sustainable care systems. This new animation talks about our vision and philosophy for bringing this about: and shows...
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Care now and into the future – what is needed, and how to get there

By Tom Owen, Director of My Home Life England There are many challenges facing the health and care system, but how often do we think about the very specific things we can...
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5 new Associates have joined our network!

We’re delighted to introduce our newest My Home Life England Associates! Our Associates support the delivery of our Professional Support and Development Programmes to care leaders across England. All are highly experienced...
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We’re the evaluation partner for Shropshire Council’s DHSC funded research into virtual care technology in domiciliary care

My Home Life England is delighted to share that we are the evaluation partner for Shropshire Council’s virtual care delivery project, funded by the Department of Health and Social Care. The 2...
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“Hello Old Nanny!” – The power and impact of storytelling, by Pauline, Josi & Mr Tommy

Pauline lives at Mundy House Care Home in Essex. She is often visited by her great-grandson Tommy – aka “Mr Tommy” – who brings Pauline a lot of joy! Josi, Manager of...
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Presenting our Intergenerational Linking research to the Australian Institute of Intergenerational Practice

We were delighted to have our intergenerational research profiled recently at the Australian Institute of Intergenerational Practice’s (AIIP) annual symposium! The World Health Organisation’s Global Report on Ageism recognises intergenerational interventions as...
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South London Care Home Pioneer Programme has now reached over 120 care leaders from all 12 South London boroughs!

We recently held a fantastic Celebration Day at Governor’s Hall, St Thomas’ Hospital, to celebrate our latest cohort of Care Home Pioneers! Our South London Care Home Pioneer Programme, with Health Innovation...
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