Last week the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, set out his commitment to reform adult social care and deliver a National Care Service.
The recently published Institute for Public Policy Research report The Generation Strain is, says ADASS President David Pearson, one in a long line of commentaries and reports to demonstrate that, from a demographic perspective, our capacity to care as a …
If you didn't see the recent announcement of the imminent merger between these two highly respected organisations, here's an extract from the press release. For the full version, click the link at the end of this post... Following discussions, Skills …
The Social Care News blog will always promote initiatives designed to protect the vulnerable and the young. And when that initiative involves a call for better information sharing we are especially keen. Those of you working in - or using …
I hope, like me, you have never experienced - or ever will experience - face-down restraint or other restrictive interventions. However, I know some of you may have witnessed such events or restrained someone yourselves. I can only imagine what …
For professional carers, looking after the most vulnerable members of society requires a strong positive outlook especially when dealing with challenging behaviour. But that outlook is much easier to achieve and maintain if carers feel workplace environments are supportive and …
Improving the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claim process If you read our previous post on this subject you'll want to read this update from our colleagues at the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). The recent National Audit Office ‘PIP …
There’s no doubt about it – adults are more aware of mental health issues than ever before. However, the confidence needed to identify someone with a mental health condition is still lacking. And a recent survey of just over 2000 …
Co-production is very important to the integration of health and social care. As a way of working it treats carers and those in receipt of care services with equal importance. But there's more to equality than the pursuit of a …
The Department of Health is working with Public Health England’s marketing team to develop an evidence-based communications strategy for social care reform. This involves communication not just with people with immediate care needs but also the wider population, many of …
If you didn't know it already, Tuesday 18 March is World Social Work Day. Promoted by the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), it's an opportunity to celebrate the great work and dedication of social workers around the world whilst …