All the latest news from Inspire Neurocare
This month, love was in the air at Inspire Neurocare Worcester as we celebrated an incredibly special occasion—Sue and Mark's civil partnership.
A perfect ceremony
On Thursday 10th April, Inspire Neurocare Worcester is opening its doors to neurorehabilitation professionals who want to learn more about working within a truly interdisciplinary therapy team.
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Inspire Neurocare Worcester has received a glowing review in its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report. Our service, which supports individuals living with complex neurological conditions, has been rated ‘Good’ across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led.
Read the CQC report
Inspire Neurocare Worcester is thrilled to be part of the annual Christmas Tree Festival at Worcester Cathedral for the very first time. Our beautifully decorated tree is now on display, highlighting the vital work we do in supporting people with neurological conditions in the region.
The Story Behind Our Tree
As the festive season draws near, the team at Inspire Neurocare is embracing the spirit of giving in a unique and meaningful way. Instead of sending out traditional Christmas cards this year, we’re reaching out to you to join us in supporting a cause that truly makes a difference.
This Season, Your Vote Makes a Difference
At Inspire Neurocare in Worcester, we are constantly moved by the determination and resilience of our residents, and Mark’s story is no exception.
Mark's Inspiring Ride: Pedalling for a great cause at Inspire Neurocare
Join us on Thursday 4 July from 6-8pm at Inspire Neurocare, Worcester, for "Breaking Bread: Feeding or Feasting?", a photography exhibition exploring the role of food in neurological long-term care, and the relationship between care, nourishment, and community.
Breaking Bread: Feeding or Feasting? - A Unique Photography Exhibition at Inspire Neurocare
Discover how brain injury rehabilitation aids recovery, promoting independence and quality of life. Explore Inspire Neurocare's comprehensive brain injury rehabilitation services and support for individuals and families in the Midlands and South East.
Understanding Brain Injury Rehabilitation | A Guide for Individuals & Families
In May, we marked Huntington's Disease (HD) Awareness Month with a range of activities at Inspire Neurocare. Our Therapy Development Manager, Kirsty Page, took the lead in a variety of initiatives aimed at both boosting internal knowledge and raising funds for further research.
HDA Month
At Inspire Neurocare, our exceptional team of Life Skills Facilitators are deeply committed to enhancing the lives of the people they support.
Carer's Week 2023
At Inspire Neurocare, we are proud to have an exceptional team of nurses specialising in supporting individuals with complex nursing care requirements.
About nursing at Inspire
In May, we hosted a celebration for the Coronation of His Majesty The King, a day of celebration with friends and family and delicious food and drink in the sunshine.
Coronation celebration
It is with great pleasure that we share the news that Inspire Neurocare has made it to the final stage of deliberation for the Complex Care Provider of the Year Award 2023, presented by HealthInvestor UK.
Finalists
People with complex disabilities in the UK may get better community rehabilitation following the publication of a report from the Community Rehabilitation Alliance (CRA) at the end of 2022.
Read the report
Inspire Neurocare is delighted to become the newest member of the Independent Neurological Provider’s Alliance (INPA) following the successful completion of validation and a visit by the INPA board.
Inspire Neurocare proud to join the Independent Neuro Providers Alliance
Newly established individual and group mindfulness sessions at Inspire Neurocare provide an enormous benefit for individuals and colleagues in Worcester.
Exploring the benefits of mindfulness at Inspire Worcester
Families, residents, staff and stakeholders enjoyed Inspire Neurocare Worcester's first summer party in August.
Celebrating Inspire Worcester's first summer party
Families, residents, staff and stakeholders are invited to join a day of fun on Wednesday 17th August
Garden Party & Sports Day at Inspire Worcester
Headway Worcester has been awarded £50,000 from £385,000 earmarked for communities in the West Midlands to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June.
Headway Worcester to host the UK's first ABI Games this year
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II topped Inspire Neurocare’s International Women’s Day poll
Inspire Neurocare Worcester finds inspiration in the Queen on International Women's Day
Inspire Neurocare recognised for excellence in the Complex Care Provider of the Year category
Inspire Neurocare Shortlisted for Health Investor Awards 2022
Christmas Jumpers for all as the team and people we support enjoy festive fun at Inspire.
A Happy Christmas at Inspire Neurocare
Inspire Neurocare Worcester has been given a glowing report by the Care Quality Commission, who praised the service for treating residents with dignity and respect.
CQC full of praise for Inspire Neurocare
Two Physiotherapy Students have joined the Inspire Neurocare team for a two-month placement at the specialist neurorehabilitation service.
Physiotherapy students join the Inspire team in Worcester
Specialist neurorehabilitation service recognised for excellence
Inspire Neurocare shortlisted for Complex Care Provider of the Year Award
Kin Wu, 49, came to Inspire Neurocare in October 2020 following a Covid-19 related stroke.
Post-Covid stroke recovery at Inspire Neurocare
Inspire Neurocare opened its doors on 29 February 2020, welcoming new residents and colleagues to our specialist neurocare service.
Inspire Neurocare: One Year On
Our previous Inspire Newsletters are now available via PDF - please have a browse and download them for news about our residents and their homes.
Inspire Newsletter Library
Since Inspire Neurocare opened in March 2020, the team has worked hard to keep the people we support safe and well.
Inspire Neurocare – online resources for stakeholders and families
Filmed in later summer 2020, take a look inside Inspire Neurocare Worcester.
Enjoy a virtual tour of Inspire Neurocare Worcester
During Occupational Therapy Week 2020, we caught up with Sophie and Clara, two OT students from the University of Worcester's BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Programme.
Inspire's Occupational Therapists share what inspired them to choose their job role
Inspire Neurocare’s Director of Clinical Excellence, Michelle Kudhail, explores the emerging understanding of the chronic, long-term neurological impacts of Covid 19 and the neurorehabilitation requirements arising from this new virus.
Expert View: Clinical Director Michelle Kudhail on the neurological and rehabilitation impact of Covid-19
Life Skills Facilitators are central to life at Inspire Neurocare.
Introducing Life Skills Facilitators: innovating for rehabilitation excellence
Residents and staff of Inspire Neurocare Worcester are today hosting a MacMillan Coffee Morning.
Raising money for MacMillan at Inspire’s coffee morning
This week is Action for Brain Injury Week, and in 2020 the theme is memory loss.
A campaign to remember: memory loss after brain injury
Friends and family visiting their loved ones at Inspire Neurocare can now do so in the comfort of a new Covid-19 secure visiting area.
New Covid-19 secure visiting area for Inspire Neurocare
In 2003, PC David Austin responded to a request for back up from a colleague attending a domestic incident in Worcester. On the way, David was involved in a collision with a transit van and suffered significant injuries including a brain injury and paralysis to the left-hand side of his body.
From police officer, to patient, to Inspire Neurocare colleague: meet David Austin
Following a vehicle collision, Adrian suffered a severe injury to his brain. He was rushed into hospital, where he spent the following weeks in a minimally conscious state. Over several weeks, Adrian gradually regained consciousness and from January 2020 was able to begin undergoing initial rehabilitation.
Adrian's journey towards independence: neurological rehabilitation following a brain injury
The Inspire Neurocare team is supporting brain injury charity Headway by each walking a personal marathon by November 2020.
Walking boots on as Inspire Neurocare make a marathon effort for brain injury survivors
As lockdown loosens in England, our carers, committed to protecting their residents from COVID-19 have made a ‘promise’ to be leaders in the fight against the virus.
Inspire Neurocare launch Covid hero promise as lockdown eases
Inspire Neurocare can now facilitate limited visits for close family members. We have introduced new guidelines for keeping people safe, which you can read here.
Visiting Inspire Neurocare
You're invited: Inspire Neurocare Grand Opening Celebration, Saturday 29 February
You're invited: Inspire Neurocare's Grand Opening Celebration
From building site to the first resident, it's been quite a first year.
Meet Service Manager, Marc Russell
Visit the completed Inspire Neurocare and meet the specialist team one month prior to opening.
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Health and social care stakeholders visit Inspire Neurocare
Health and social care stakeholders visit Inspire Neurocare
Set to open in the New Year, Inspire Neurocare is looking for dedicated colleagues to join the specialist team.
Inspire Neurocare Worcester now recruiting team members
Work behind the scenes continues in Worcester, as Inspire Neurocare gets closer for opening in early 2020.
Building work on-track for February 2020 opening date
Join Inspire Neurocare for our exclusive preview event
Join Inspire Neurocare for our exclusive preview event