Barry Vacher's Author Archive
5 Benefits of the Connect System for Care Homes
At Courtney Thorne, we pride ourselves on having over 60 years of expertise in the manufacture, design, and installation of nurse call systems for assisted living; particularly for care homes. Our deep understanding of both the innovative technology required to make these products tick, and the specific requirements of the care industry itself, enables us […]
The History of Nurse Call Systems
Nurse call systems as an innovation of healthcare technology for hospitals, care homes, health institutions and trusts, have existed for well over 100 years, with a storied history that runs through the generations. As a designer, manufacturer, and innovator of the modern form of wireless nurse call solutions, we at Courtney Thorne are well-placed to […]
5 Benefits of Connect Health Nurse Call Systems
As a specialist in the manufacture, design, and installation of nurse call systems, here at Courtney Thorne, we consider ourselves to be experts in not just the innovative products themselves – but also in the industry of healthcare itself. We are well-equipped to provide healthcare organisations such as care homes and hospitals, with nurse call […]
5 Benefits of using Health Technology as a Healthcare Provider
The industry of healthcare is one that is constantly looking to evolve the levels, standards, and qualities of its services – for patients and caregivers alike. Healthcare providers, such as those operating in care homes, hospitals, and trusts, all stand to gain something positive from the introduction of health technology to their offering. Emerging healthcare […]
Care Home Technology: How Courtney Thorne Innovates Care
As one of the UK’s foremost innovators of nurse call systems, Courtney Thorne has a great deal of experience in dealing with the healthcare industry – and among our audience base, one of our most important customer groups are those in the care home industry. With our range of different nurse call systems centred on […]
What are the Different Types of Nurse Call Systems?
When looking to optimise your facilities as a healthcare provider, be it for a care home, hospital, or any other kind of health organisation, one of the best ways you can achieve this is by finding the right nurse call system solution. But what are the different types of nurse call systems available to you; […]
What Happens When you Press the Nurse Call Button?
The nurse call button is one of the most important components of any functioning nurse call system – it serves as the main gateway for a hospital patient or a care home resident in acquiring the high-quality care they need. But what actually happens when the nurse call button in these systems is pressed? What […]
Connect System – Price Reduction!
In the post pandemic world, we have all seen the effects of supply chain problems with the invasion of Ukraine and other alarming global factors, ever increasing costs of living and other more local issues which have driven up the rate of inflation over the last few years. The impact of this meant that most […]
What are the benefits of a nurse call system?
At Courtney Thorne, our mission is to support healthcare providers and residential care organisations with advanced communication and safety technologies. One of our core specialities is the design, manufacture and implementation of nurse call systems tailored to hospital wards, care homes and other care environments. In this article, we outline the benefits of a nurse […]
How do I choose a nurse call system?
When running a hospital, care home, or healthcare facility, patient and resident safety is paramount. Every second counts when staff are called to respond to a need. That’s why choosing the right nurse call system is one of the most important infrastructure decisions you can make. With so many options available, it can be difficult […]
