How often do we hear people refer to “I’m just a care worker” or “I’m just a care home nurse”. There is nothing “just” about anything in social care. Our profession has an incredible workforce full of talented, entrepreneurial people, …
Katharine Robbins, Social Care Programme Manager at the Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC), wrote recently to all directors of adult social care and their performance teams to share news of the initial changes to adult social care data …
‘To make a real difference to the lives of children and young people you need to be involved in early intervention for the long run,’ says Jovian Smalley, Engagement Manager at the Centre of Excellence for Information Sharing in his …
We’ve been publicly consulting on the cap on social care costs and a new appeals system since February 2015. These are part of the biggest reforms to social care and support in decades, brought in as part of the Care …
Social Care News is pleased to share Gavin Harding (MBE)'s foreword from the recently published green paper 'No voice unheard, no right ignored - a consultation for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions.' As co-chair of the …
It's not just about changing structures says Ewan King, Director of Business Development and Delivery at the Social Care Institute for Excellence. The plan to develop a single budget worth £6 billion for Greater Manchester, involving 10 local authorities and …
"A ‘world day’ dedicated to social work provides us with a welcome opportunity to celebrate our values as so often the profession only hits the headlines in times of crisis" says Jo Cleary, Chair of The College of Social Work, …
Consultation response offers clarity and confidence Social workers and those involved in educating and supporting individuals new to or developing their careers in social work have a new modus operandi – one which our Chief Social Worker for Adults, Lyn …
Many people tend not to think about the importance – and potential cost – of care and support services, not until they or their loved ones need them. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that most people don’t realise …
Stronger advice on the use of sodium valproate medicines in women of childbearing potential has been issued by the Medicine and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). Social care providers, not just clinicians, will want to be aware of the latest …
Shared Lives can offer fantastic outcomes for individuals, attests Community Catalysts Director, Jane Atherton. I believe Shared Lives is unique. The service matches people who need support to live their lives with individuals and families, promoting the development of true …