6 Million Buttons Sold

Celebrating a new milestone today! A massive push from the Fixxon team has meant that this week we have sold our 6 millionth button! That means six million items of clothing in care homes have been securely labelled, and are being returned to their rightful owners, wash after wash. We are thrilled to provide this…

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Introducing Online Training Meetings!

We’ve all had to undergo a steep learning curve in the use of video conferences this year. From only just getting to grips with Facetime, many of us have made quite a leap into the inner workings of Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, and Houseparty! These applications have been a lifeline for keeping in touch with…

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UK Enterprise Awards

Fixxon win at 2020 UK Enterprise Awards

After an uncertain start to the year we are happy to announce that we have been awarded Most Innovative Clothing Identification System 2020 at the UK Enterprise Awards hosted by SME news. We’d like to thank and commend all of our customers, many of whom have been on the frontline dealing with the struggles of Covid-19.…

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Relocating as an Older Adult

As we get older we may realise that the place we call home is no longer fit for our needs. There are many factors to consider when choosing between staying in your familiar home or moving to a new environment, be it a house more suited to your needs or a care facility. It is estimated…

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Well-being in Care

Identity and Well-being in Care

Identity is the perception of a sense of self, with regards to physical appearance, social relationships, and physical and cognitive abilities. When adjusting to life in a care home, changes such as retirement or losing one’s family home can result in the resident experiencing a loss of identity. For people who have lost their independence…

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