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Care2ShareA Career in Care with Jon MasonMeet Jon Mason! Jon is the Head of Recruitment for Oakland Care. In this episode, we talk everything about "A Career in Care". We discuss the different roles available in a care home, including some that people may not be aware of. We talk about who can work in care, the necessary skills and experience required, the kind of person you need to be, and the many benefits and advantages of working in this field. We offer a candid look into how you can start a career in the care industry. You can conta...2024-02-1227 min
Care2ShareA Care Home is not the End but the Start of a New Chapter - Life inside Hastings Court Care HomeThe new season of the Care2Share podcast will discuss the many practical questions surrounding the process of choosing a care home, moving in and what life is like for residents living in an elderly care home. In this episode, we're joined by Siobhan Gurney, Client Relationship Manager at our Hastings Court Care Home. Siobhan came to work at Hastings Court initially as a Business Administrator and has now been at Hastings Court for five years. Siobhan spoke to us about what life is like inside a care home, the activities, relationships, residents and the...2023-12-1139 min
Care2ShareThe importance of having a will for young and oldWelcome back to Season 2 of the Care2Share podcast. On the new season of the Care2Share podcast, we discuss the many practical questions surrounding choosing a care home, moving in and what life is like for residents living in an elderly care home. In this episode, we are joined by Pauline Cichy, Director of Care and Governance at Oakland Care and Nino Cuffaro, a qualified private client solicitor. We discuss care home funding, paying for a care home, and the important subjects of wills and lasting power of attorney. This vital information i...2023-11-2734 min
Care2Share12. Joanne Balmer (BEM) Shares Her StoryMeet Joanne Balmer (BEM). Joanne Balmer (BEM) is Chief Executive Officer at Oakland Care. Since entering the world of care over 20 years ago as a Care Assistant, Joanne has risen through the ranks and developed into one of the most impressive and well-respected professionals within the sector. She received a British Empire Medal in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for her services to social care during the pandemic and was invited to the King’s Coronation on May this year. On this episode of the Podcast, we learn about Joanne’s journey to bec...2023-07-1432 min
Care2Share11. Your biggest supporter should be yourself as limitations only exist if you let them. Abbe Clarke shares her story.Meet Abbe Clarke. An aspiring athlete, student and Lifestyles Assistant at our Birchwood Heights care home. Abbe is an inspirational young student, currently studying for her International Baccalaureate whilst balancing training five times per week as a committed member of Dartford Harriers Athletics Club. She also works as a Lifestyles Assistant, helping to run activities for our residents at our care home on the weekends and in school holidays. We talk to Abbe about what keeps her motivated to train, her commitment to running and what she gains from working in a care home environment, a...2023-06-0219 min
Care2Share10. Therapist Samantha Goddard on Rapid Transformational TherapyMeet Samantha Goddard. In our 10th episode we talk to Therapist Samantha Goddard. Samantha started her career as a dancer after training at the Goodman Training Academy. During her career as a dancer Samantha spent years being very critical of herself and her body. After teaching dance and fitness Samantha studied nutrition and weight management. Whilst working with various clients, she discovered the importance of emotional and psychological issues and their impact on losing weight, and that is where Rapid Transformational Therapy came in to play for Samanatha. We talk to S...2023-05-0539 min
Care2Share9. Aaron White on SustainabilityMeet Aaron White. Aaron is the Head of Business Services & Sustainability at Oakland Care. As part of our celebrations at Oakland Care for Earth Day 2023, we spoke to Aaron about how Oakland Care became ‘the Greener Care Choice’ by investing in sustainability and our planet. Aaron talks us through what initiatives Oakland Care has implemented to look after our planet and our residents and what other businesses can do to start or continue their sustainability journey with simple, practical tips that everyone can begin to help protect our planet. We hope you enjoy this...2023-04-2132 min
Care2Share8. Strive for achievements, not credit. Marathon race recap with Harry Garston and Luke MartinWe are here to grow and growth requires getting out of your comfort zone and exploring unchartered terrain - physically and mentally. In this episode, Harry and Luke discuss the Marathon races they ran in Brighton and Paris this past weekend. You can contact us on : E-mail : wellbeing@oaklandcare.com Website : www.oaklandcare.com/care2share Instagram : @care2share_podcast2023-04-0629 min
Care2Share7. Things get better with time. Kirsty Farmer shares her storyMeet Kirsty Farmer. Client Relations Assistant at our Beechwood Grove Care Home. We had the honour of sitting down with Kirsty to discuss her journey to date. We discuss how mental health issues can affect those in senior positions within organisations and key mindset tools that can help. We discuss the importance of helping others and the work Kirsty does with the homeless. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Kirsty. We this conversation leaves you equally enriched. You can contact us on : E-mail : wellbeing@oaklandcare.com Website : oa...2023-03-3133 min
Care2Share6. Push the broken down car and others will help. Therapist and Millwall FC Director Peter Garston shares his storyMeet Peter Garston. Father, Grandfather, Therapist, and Millwall Football Club Director. In this conversation, Peter talks about his extraordinary and inspiring journey, from his upbringing to the battles he has overcome and everything that has led him to where he is today. We discuss the significant role Millwall Football Club has played throughout his life, including his role as Fan on the Board of Directors and how he changed the relationship between the club and its fanbase. Peter is now a Person-Centred Therapist and has exposure to many of the main t...2023-03-1739 min
Care2Share5. Actor Tanya Franks on dementia prevention and wellbeingJoin us as we speak to actor Tanya Franks, best known for her roles as Raine Cross in 'EastEnders' and Karen, in 'Pulling'. We spoke to Tanya about her fight against dementia through her research with her non-profit foundation, ‘Elimtia’, which seeks to condense the latest discoveries and information around the prevention of dementia. We explore how Tanya's own heartache led her on a 'road of recovery' to unpick the roots of dementia and extract vital information from the world's leading neuroscientists to bring straightforward advice everyone can benefit from. Tanya gives her tips...2023-03-0354 min
Care2Share4. Stay Positive. Meet Bashir JamalMeet Bashir Jamal. Bashir has 40 years nursing experience, served in the Gulf War and he has commissioned over 50 luxury Care Homes, all whilst raising 2 daughters alone. He is truly an inspirational professional with a wealth of knowledge and life experience. We explore his positive mindset and humble approach to life, which has brought endless success. We also discuss how hard work and looking after the mind can help us overcome the unhealthy patterns that live between reality and the best version of ourselves lurking within. Bashir's messages are powerful and inspirational. It was ou...2023-02-1532 min
Care2Share3. A balanced life is key. Theresa Doody shares her storyMeet Theresa Doody. Mother, wife, Lifestyles Manager and mental health awareness advocate. Theresa is a stalwart at Oakland Care and a staunch advocate of wellbeing. Theresa has a positive impact on the residents she cares for, her colleagues, family, friends and the local community. In this episode, we walk through Theresa's journey, exploring the elements to Theresa's humble approach on how she has balanced being a mother, wife, foster parent & working a full-time job. We explore how Theresa has managed her own wellbeing over the course of time and her advice for ta...2023-02-1033 min
Care2Share2. You're never too old to start something new. World War 2 Solider John Port shares his storyOn Thursday 8th December 2022, a few days after recording this episode, John Port a World War 2 Soldier, D-Day survivor, and resident at one of our Oakland Care Homes sadly passed away aged 102. In a tribute to his extraordinary life, this is a conversation about risk, fear, resilience, building relationships, and gratitude. As John talks about his time in the war as a teenager, living without electricity, starting a new career after retirement, and living through Covid, John really puts things in perspective for us, the younger generation. It was an honour to spend ti...2023-01-2350 min
Care2Share1. Movement is medicine. Boxer & Actor Ricky Chaplin shares his storyMeet Ricky Chaplin. Highly decorated local figure to our Swanley Care Home. Ricky is a Boxer, Actor, Stuntman, Fireman & Boxing Coach. Ricky walks us through his life story, touching on many subjects close to his heart, allowing him to share his inspirational tips and advice on wellbeing and overcoming insurmountable obstacles. We dive into Ricky's successful boxing career and his renaisssance as an actor which has seen him star in Prizefighter : The Life of Jem Belcher alongside Russell Crowe and Ray Winstone (available to watch on Amazon Prime) You can contact...2023-01-1344 min