Care homes video series

The BGS is in the process of producing a short series of videos on care home medicine, introducing some useful concepts for those who care for older people in residential settings.

Part 1: SBAR

In the first part of our care homes video series, BGS Care Homes Fellow, Leah Bressington, explains to BGS Policy Manager, Sally Greenbrook, how to use the SBAR tool when communicating between a care home and another health or care service, such as a GP.

What will I learn?

In this video, you will find out:
  • What SBAR is
  • Why you might want to use SBAR
  • Examples of using the tool
  • What to expect after using SBAR
  • How to help your team adopt the tool
  • How to find out more information.

 

Part 2: EHCH

In the second instalment of our care homes video series, BGS Care Homes Fellow, Leah Bressington, talks to BGS Policy Manager, Sally Greenbrook, about the EHCH (Enhanced Health in Care Home) framework and it's collaborative principles. 

What will I learn?

In this video, you will find out:

  • What EHCH is

  • Why we need EHCH

  • How to use the framework 

  • Where to find out more information

 

Part 3: ReSPECT Forms

In the third episode of our care homes video series, BGS Care Homes Fellow, Leah Bressington, explains to BGS Policy Manager, Sally Greenbrook, the importance of ReSPECT forms and how they can be used in an emergency situation. 

What will I learn?

In this video, you will find out:
  • What ReSPECT forms are 
  • Who can complete one 
  • Why ReSPECT forms are important
  • How to initiate a ReSPECT form conversation 
  • What happens to a completed ReSPECT form
  • When a ReSPECT form should be completed