On a recent visit to an A&E department, Professor Louis Appleby, Chair of the National Suicide Prevention Strategy Advisory Group, was shown where people are seen after overdose or self-injury. It was bright and private, with space for a patient's …
As demand for health services escalates and budgets continue to come under intense scrutiny, there is increasing need for local authorities and the NHS to do more to help people look after their own health and wellbeing. Matthew Clift, Project Manager …
Armed Forces Day on Saturday 27 June gives us all the opportunity to not only recognise the bravery of those who have served or are currently serving in the forces, but also to offer our support to the whole armed …
In her previous blog, Jo York Head of Better Care Portsmouth previewed a local Better Care launch event, bringing together social care and health professionals with representatives from the voluntary sector, service users and carers. Here's her review... Innes Richens, …
Day 1 of the National Children and Adult Services Conference 2014 (#NCASC14)
It’s going to be busy! Building on a successful presence last year, we are boasting no less than eight main conference sessions, two breakfast meetings and two Care Act focused ‘meet and greet the experts’ events. Care Act implementation, supporting …
Annie Hudson, Chief Executive of the College of Social work looks forward to a lively NCAS session on social work reform . Social work occupies extremely complex public service territory. That it must change and respond to contemporary challenges, building …
One year in as Chief Social Worker for Children and Families, Isabelle Trowler says the NCAS conference offers a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the progress made and the challenges ahead. This is your opportunity to understand and inform where …
The National Children and Adult Services Conference 2014 is just over a week away, which can mean only one thing: the Social Care News blog is champing at the bit to deliver coverage of this landmark care and support event, …
If you are tasked with the job of improving your patients’ health and the health of your population, or you are responsible for reducing A&E admissions, outpatient visits and general practice consultations, then book your place at the 16th annual …