Home Truths

In this episode, Mark and Nerys sit down with Steve Peddie, Care and Health Improvement Advisor at the Local Government Association (LGA). With over 40 years of experience in adult social care - from frontline social worker to Director of Adult Social Care, Steve brings rare depth and honesty to some of the sector's biggest questions.

From his accidental entry into care work to his vision for a technology enabled future, Steve shares what's changed, what hasn't, and what still needs to.

In this episode, Mark and Nerys speak with Tracey Rilett, a Retirement Living Manager with over two decades of experience, about what genuinely person-centred housing looks like in practice, and why the gap between what we see and what's really going on behind someone's front door matters more than we think.

From life-saving technology to the quiet, unseen work of tackling loneliness, this is a conversation about the human realities of housing and technology enabled care, and what it means to get it right.

In this conversation, Mark Hindle, Nerys Hebdon and Alex Nash discuss the current state and future of technology in the care sector. They explore the disconnect between traditional care technologies and modern advancements, emphasising the need for data-driven approaches and the integration of AI. The discussion highlights the importance of proactive care, the role of smart homes, and the necessity for collaboration among stakeholders to enhance service delivery. 

In this conversation, Mark Hindle and Nerys Hebdon discuss the innovative use of technology in the care sector with Leigh-Estelle, who specializes in wellbeing checks for vulnerable individuals. They explore the role of TEC, the importance of welfare checks, and the human element of care. 

In this conversation, Mark Hindle and Nerys Hebdon speak with Lee Morris, Head of Field Operations Manager for Tunstall Healthcare, about the transformative impact of telecare on the lives of the individuals and their families. Lee shares the personal experiences that led him to the telecare industry, discusses the evolution of technology in this field, and highlights the importance of community engagement and customization in care solutions. The conversation also addresses the stigma surrounding telecare, the human element in providing care, and offers advice for families and those considering a career in this sector. 

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be a life-altering experience that brings both challenges and moments of unexpected joy. 

In this episode of Home Truths, host Mark Hindle engages in a heartfelt conversation with co-host Nerys Hebdon and her mother, Janet, who shares her journey of caring for her husband, Keith, as they faced the trials of Alzheimer's together. Their story sheds light on the realities of unpaid care and the support systems that can make a difference. 

Mark Hindle is Managing Director for UK and Ireland at Tunstall Healthcare. 

Nerys Hebdon is Head of Technology Enabled Care Customer Enablement at The Access Group (Health, Support and Care division).