Environmental Policy

ICare Group Environmental Contribution

In Blackpool, during the development of the business park at which we are based, it was identified that crested newts were at risk as a result of the development. As well as working to mitigate the risk and ensure no negative impact to the wildlife, we decided to make a commitment to also protect and preserve the habitat, with time pledged to cleaning the environment..

Based on discussions and consultation with staff, we also introduced a scheme in 2019 across the whole ICare Group. Based on the joint identification of the negative environmental impact of sending Christmas cards each year, we agreed instead to make a pledge to the Woodland Trust; as well as removing the negative impact of sending Christmas cards, the initiative saw us donate over £500 to the Trust.

We are committed to ensuring we keep the negative effect to the environment to a minimum. Our organisation supports all national sustainability initiatives and policies such as the use of organic produce; free range produce, fair trade goods and locally used materials where possible.

Our environmental objectives are as follows:

  • Identify the aspects, impacts and risks of all business activities, implement a set of continuous improvement plans and reduction targets designed to reduce our impact on the environment and then measure performance against these objectives and targets.
  • Prevent pollution, use biodegradable chemicals, phase out the use of ozone depleting substances and minimise emissions to air, water and land.
  • Increase the efficient usage or resources; including energy, water and raw materials, by reducing resource usage and increasing the use of sustainable resources as far as is economically practicable.
  • Protect and enhance the local environment wherever possible, including the conservation of buildings, natural landscapes and local wildlife habitats so as to maintain and enhance the local biodiversity.
  • Consider environmental impact in the acquisition, refurbishment and location of building and seek to restore the local environment after any building works.
  • Develop and implement efficient logistics planning such as zoning and route planning to reduce our carbon footprint and CO2 emissions resulting from our car and van journeys and wherever possible encourage the use of environmentally friendly means of transport by staff.
  • Purchase, Rental & lease only CO2 efficient vehicles and minimise unnecessary journeys.
  • We are aware of the impact of our activities on the environment and are committed to integrating environmental best practice into all our business activities. We further accept our environmental responsibilities and recognise our obligation to reduce the impact of business activities to the environment.

We are also in the process of achieving ISO: 14001 for some of our Meals site, the internationally recognised standard.

We are ESOS phase 2 compliant

Testimonial

Following the sad passing of Michael from flat 38 Tulloch Court, I want to give my thanks to the ICare team for their support. Michael's care needs were always considered, and he was treated with dignity and grace. ICare went above and beyond to ensure a dignified end; they were amazing to Michael and gave great comfort to a very poorly man.
Fran Isherwood

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My overall experience is 5 out of 5 and I just want to say how safe and respected I feel by my regular carers. My two carers are really nice ladies, that always make me feel as if I'm not a burden and it's a pleasure to see me.
Suzy H (Wirral)

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I would like to thank all the lovely carers from I Care that so lovingly and happily looked after my Mum for over the last 12 months. She loved you all and were an endless source of help to her and all the family. We would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Bridget K (Sefton)

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Staff always do their best to be friendly and helpful, even when things haven't run as smoothly as usual. Management are open to concerns and try to accommodate requests as best they can. Recently there have been some staff changes but nothing too disruptive, it has been well managed to minimise the impact on my family. Greatly appreciated!
Sophie K (Manchester)

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I Care have been providing care to my Mum for 3 weeks now, very nice staff who take the time to listen and give care the way she wants. Can't fault them, really. The managers have been really helpful, and even sorted out a lift for Mum to hospital so she didn't have to wait for an ambulance.
D C (Son of Client - Trafford)
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