In this episode of the Meet The Care Tech Supplies podcast, Liam Palmer interviews Laurence Bevan from Medicare, discussing the significant role of EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record) systems in improving medication management in care homes.

They explore the challenges of medication errors, the benefits of visibility and transparency in care, and real-life success stories of care homes that have transitioned from paper to digital systems.

Laurence highlights how Medicare differentiates itself from other providers by offering an open platform that integrates seamlessly with existing pharmacy and care planning systems.

The conversation also addresses common barriers to technology adoption and provides insights into the metrics of success achieved by care providers using Medicare's solutions.

Takeaways

• Med E-Care is the UK's leading Emar provider for care homes.
• Medication errors pose a significant challenge in care settings.
• Visibility and transparency in medication management are crucial.
• Real-life examples show significant reductions in medication errors with EMAR.
• Care homes have reported saving two hours a day in administrative tasks.
• Med E-Care's open platform allows for integration with existing systems.
• Implementing EMAR is simpler than traditional care planning systems.
• The majority of medication data is populated by pharmacies, easing the transition.
• Good technology can transform care delivery and improve staff confidence.
• Care providers should focus on the visibility of information for better care outcomes.

In this episode, Liam speaks with Sheridan from LifeLibrary about their innovative application designed to enhance care in UK care homes.

They discuss the importance of life story work in preserving residents' individuality and self-worth, combating loneliness, and fostering connections between residents and caregivers.

Sheridan shares real-life examples of how Life Library is transforming care by enabling personalized interactions and improving communication with families, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents.

Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:45) The Challenge of Loneliness in Care Homes
(05:30) How Life Library Works
(10:00) Real-Life Impact of Life Library
(15:00) Engaging Families and Caregivers
(20:00) Overcoming Barriers to Adoption
(25:00) Conclusion

Sheridan can be found here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheridannorrey/

In this episode, Liam Palmer interviews Tallie Bush from CircadaCare, discussing their innovative circadian lighting technology designed to improve the quality of life for individuals in various care settings.

The conversation explores the science behind circadian rhythms, the target audience for their product, and real-world case studies demonstrating its effectiveness. Tallie emphasizes the importance of preventative care, the technology's unique features, and the positive feedback received from users.

The discussion also addresses barriers to adoption and the financial benefits of implementing such technology in care environments.

Takeaways

• CircadaCare uses circadian lighting to enhance well-being.
• The technology helps individuals remain independent longer.
• Circadian rhythms significantly impact health and mood.
• The product is targeted at various care settings, including homes and care facilities.
• Real-world case studies show improved outcomes for users.
• Preventative care can reduce costs for local authorities.
• Positive feedback highlights the benefits for both residents and staff.
• The technology is designed to be user-friendly and low-cost.
• Interoperability with existing systems is a key feature.
• CircadaCare aims to tackle technology fragmentation in care.

Tallie can be found here:

tallie@circadacare.com