Understanding the Challenge
Hospice at Home West Cumbria, a charity that provides end-of-life care to patients in their homes, faced a significant challenge in securing their digital infrastructure. As a non-profit organization, they relied heavily on technology to manage their operations, communicate with patients and families, and store sensitive patient data. However, they lacked the expertise and resources to effectively protect their digital assets from cyber threats.
The Assessment Process
NTS conducted a thorough assessment of Hospice at Home West Cumbria’s technical, governance, and culture aspects of cyber security. The assessment involved:
Improving care for dementia patients through person-centered approaches.
NTS provided guidance on how to improve the hospice’s services, including the development of a new care pathway for patients with dementia.
Improving Hospice Services for Dementia Patients
Understanding the Needs of Dementia Patients
Hospice at Home West Cumbria recognized the importance of providing high-quality care to patients with dementia. However, they acknowledged that their current services were not meeting the unique needs of these patients. To address this, the hospice sought guidance from the National Trust for Scotland (NTS), a renowned organization with expertise in dementia care.
NTS Guidance and Support
NTS provided Hospice at Home West Cumbria with comprehensive guidance on how to improve their services for dementia patients. The organization shared best practices and evidence-based recommendations for developing a new care pathway.
Data Protection Assessment
NTS provides a comprehensive data protection assessment to help businesses identify and mitigate potential data breaches. This assessment is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of a company’s data protection policies and procedures, and to provide recommendations for improvement.
