Namaste Care International

At Namaste Care, today is all about honouring the wisdom and life stories of our older generation. Their strength and experiences remind us of the value they bring to our lives. Every grey hair and wrinkle carries a beautiful history. Let’s take this day to celebrate their contributions, recognize ageing as a treasure trove of knowledge, and ensure their legacy continues to inspire us all. For more details: https://lnkd.in/eiqiSv6w #NamasteCare #wisdomoftheages #seniorcitizens

At the recent Dementia Care Awards, Joyce Simard was recognised for her exceptional contributions to the field of dementia care with a prestigious lifetime achievement award. The award was presented by Suzanne Mumford QN, and Joyce's emotional response underscored the profound impact she has had on countless individuals. In addition to this well-deserved honour, Joyce and Namaste Care International's Rishi Jawaheer had the pleasure of awarding Natasha Wilson with the Inspirational Leader in Dementia Care award. This recognition celebrated Natasha’s outstanding work in the field.

Today and most of this week, I have been put on loan by my wife, and have had the pleasure of enjoying the company of the amazing Joyce Simard. She is 84 years young this year and still keeps me on my toes. Namaste Care International were proud to be there to give the award for inspirational leader in dementia care. Joyce and I were thrilled to award Natasha Wilson with this well deserved honour. But the tables were turned right at the end of proceedings when the amazing Suzanne Mumford QN presented Joyce with a lifetime achievement award for outstanding contribution to dementia care. Check out the look on Joyce’s face. I have to admit it brought tears to my eyes for her to receive this recognition and standing ovation 👏🏽. She has touched so many peoples lives of those who are supported and provide the support , teams and families alike. Well done Joyce so well deserved and we love you so much! ❤️ Care UK Hilary Woodhead Tandeep Gill MRPharmS Dr Karan Jutlla Barbara Stephens Richard Hawkins HC-One

Namaste Care International was delighted to host guests from all around the world at the LSBU REACT Innovation Centre yesterday Hearing from Joyce Simard Simard on the beginnings of namaste care🙏 and Christina Cosgrove from the Vermont veterans home helped her develop Namaste. We then travelled over to University College Cork to hear from Irene Hartigan Hartigan on the amazing In-Touch Horizon Europe Horizon Europe research that Namaste Care International will play a part in supporting. Vicki de Klerk talked about. We travelled with Svenja Cremer to understand more about living on green care farms. Catherine Walshe reflected on her part in In-Touch Horizon Europe from Lancaster University Suzanne Mumford QN discussed Care UK amazing journey implementing namaste care access all 156 locations , more than 27,000 namaste sessions for more than 10,000 residents and 13,000 plus staff! Melanie van der Velde - van Buuringen -talked about the Vital garden 🪴 concept and embracing the outdoors and nature. Sara Karacsony had flown all the way from Australia to present at conference from University of Tasmania to give us an update down under Vennus Ho talked about namaste at in Hong Kong and upcoming tour of Hong Kong and Taiwan. Marta Zerbinati and marina turci explained how namaste is growing in Italy and Sunnefa lindudóttir took us over to the amazing Iceland talking about chocolate and the seaman charity. Emily Brown our first NHS NAMASTE PRACTIONER discussed namaste in her hospital setting and the namaste passport concept. Viv Stead from Nellsar Care Homes talked about this amazing care group and Karen Pratt from Dance Network Association got us all moving and dancing. Special mention to Hanneke Smaling for being the engine room and support for Namaste leading our research and framework arm. Dudley Sawyerr Sawyerr for being a amazing host We could not have put on this event without the support of our amazing sponsors Jamie Sarsfield from YourHippo LMS , Adam Abrahami from H2o Networks and Tandeep Gill MRPharmS from PainChek . Also Nilaqua No Rinse Personal Care who provided amazing shower caps for delegates. Joyce Simard is in her 84th year and still knows how to have fun and cause mischief. Check out the photos of her and Vicki de Klerk at our dinner, finding ways to take wine back to the hotel room! What a week and it is not even over yet watch this space to see where Rishi Jawaheer and Joyce Simard will be today. Namaste 🙏 Hallmark Luxury Care Homes Sanctuary Care Natasha Wilson HC-One

We're off to a great start! Today, some of our speakers, including Rishi Jawaheer and Joyce Simard, along with international attendees, visited one of Care UK’s homes to gain insights into the care practices here in the UK.   With this visit, we've officially kick-started the NCI Conference Week, and we look forward to the valuable discussions, learning, and collaboration that lie ahead. Stay tuned for more updates!   Suzanne Mumford QN, Sara Karacsony, Sunnefa lindudóttir, Dr. Nicola Cornally, Irene Hartigan, Carmel Geoghegan, Marta Zerbinati, Hanneke Smaling, Venus ho Yuen wai #namastecare #NCI2024 #dementiacare #endoflifecare #carehomes

The countdown begins! Only a few days left until the Namaste Care International Conference 2024. Explore the latest in person-centred dementia care with global experts, gain valuable insights, network with industry leaders, and enhance your skills in advanced dementia care. Secure your place today by registering here: https://lnkd.in/eQvk8gtW Date: September 25, 2024 Time: 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM Venue: LSBU Croydon Campus & Online #NCI #Namastecare #Dementiacare #dementiaconference #endoflifecare #careconference #lovingtouch #nursinghomes #carers

We welcome H2o Networks as a Platinum Sponsor of the Namaste Care International Conference 2024. H2o Networks, led by Founder and CEO Adam Abrahami, has been at the forefront of empowering care providers with advanced technology solutions that enhance operations and elevate the quality of care. Their expertise in securing funding and donations, along with their advisory role in key industry panels, reflects their commitment to the care sector. As a valued sponsor, H2o Networks will be hosting a stand at our conference, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly with their team and explore how their solutions can benefit care organisations. Register for the Namaste Care International Conference 2024 here (in-person & online): https://lnkd.in/ep86wSDU #namastecare #H2oNetworks #ITSupport #NCI #sponsor #dementiacare

Event on Wednesday, 25th September 2024, Namaste Care International Conference We are excited to announce the Namaste Care International Conference, NCI – a premier gathering for professionals in dementia and social care. Chaired by NCI Founder Professor Joyce Simard, this one-day event brings together industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners to share cutting-edge insights and best practices in Namaste Care. Why Attend? * Gain valuable knowledge to enhance care quality for individuals living with dementia * Learn about person-centered approaches in dementia care * Network with global industry leaders and peers * Explore innovative strategies and the latest research in the field Key Topics: * Latest research in dementia care * Best practices in Namaste Care * Innovative approaches to person-centred care * Current challenges and future directions in dementia support Date: Wednesday 25 September 2024 Time: 09:30h – 16:30h Venue: REACT Innovation Centre, 3 Wellesley Rd, Croydon, CR0 2AG, London South Bank University Croydon Campus & online To reserve your place: https://lnkd.in/eQvk8gtW #lsbu #namaste #carevision #innovation #healthcare #healthtech

We welcome PainChek® as a sponsor of the Namaste Care International Conference 2024. PainChek® has developed the world's first regulatory cleared medical device for pain assessment, supporting best-practice pain management across various care environments. Their innovative technology serves individuals who cannot reliably self-report pain, those who can, and those who fluctuate between the two. With a track record of over 6,000,000 digital pain assessments conducted across 95,000+ licensed beds in more than 1,800 aged care facilities globally, PainChek® has earned the trust of thousands of healthcare professionals. PainChek®'s support for our conference aligns with our shared goal of improving dementia care practices. Their contribution helps bring together experts and practitioners to exchange knowledge and advance care standards. We encourage you to explore PainChek®'s innovative solutions during the conference and consider how they can enhance pain assessment in your care environment. Register for the NCI Conference here: https://lnkd.in/ep86wSDU #namastecare #NCI #sponsor #dementiacare #painassessment

We're excited to spotlight YourHippo LMS, a Platinum Sponsor of the Namaste Care International Conference 2024! YourHippo, an award-winning eLearning platform for the UK Care sector, has generously stepped forward to support our mission of advancing dementia care. With over 20 years of industry experience, YourHippo has established itself as a leader in providing tailored learning solutions for care organisations, and their sponsorship, driven by a shared commitment to advancing knowledge and best practices in dementia care, plays a crucial role in enabling us to bring together professionals, researchers, and practitioners for this conference. We appreciate YourHippo’s support and their ongoing efforts to enhance education within the care sector. We invite you to visit their stand at the conference to explore their innovative solutions and see firsthand how they're shaping the future of care sector education. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ep86wSDU #NCI2024 #Conference #sponsors #dementiacare #elearning #carehomes