New report highlights adult social care growth despite recruitment challenges
Skills For Care’s annual ‘State of the adult social care sector and workforce in England’ report show the sector continued to grow in 2024/25, contributing £77.8 billion to the economy. However, new data highlights ongoing challenges in domestic recruitment and workforce sustainability. The report shows that the total number of posts in adult social care […]
SOFTWARE MONTH: How analytics platforms are helping care leaders improve performance and benchmark outcomes
The care sector is always under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality care while managing tight budgets, workforce shortages, and regulatory demands. To meet these challenges, many providers are turning to data analytics platforms that transform operational and clinical information into actionable insights… Data-driven decision making is no longer the preserve of large care groups: it’s […]
MARKET DATA: The products & solutions care homes are buying for their 2026 projects
Training, Sensory and Employment are topping the list of solutions the UK’s care home procurement professionals are sourcing in 2026, according to our exclusive research. The findings have been revealed ahead of next month’s Care Forum in Manchester and are based on delegate requirements. Delegates registering to attend were asked which areas they needed to […]
SOFTWARE MONTH: Protecting resident data in an increasingly digital-first sector
The social care sector is embracing digital transformation at pace. From electronic care records to IoT-enabled monitoring, technology is becoming integral to how care homes deliver safer, more efficient services. But with digitisation comes new risks. In 2025/26, cybersecurity is one of the most urgent challenges for care home leaders, as they strive to protect […]
Circle of Care campaign aims to support ‘sandwich generation’ of carers
Consultus Care & Nursing has launched Circle of Care, a national campaign highlighting the challenges adult children face as they juggle careers, family life, and caring responsibilities for ageing parents. Research commissioned by firm shows that adult children typically ‘switch roles’ with their parents at the age of 48 – the point at which they begin […]
Can you afford to miss next month’s Care Forum?
The upcoming Care Forum, taking place on Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th November at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport, brings together professionals from the care sector for a chance to connect, share insights, and build meaningful relationships. What to Expect: Click Here To Register See below the list of other registered attendees you will be networking with – can you afford to miss out? Company nameAbbey […]
PRESSURE CARE MONTH: Measuring What Matters – Auditing, reporting and benchmarking performance
In care homes, few issues have as great an impact on resident wellbeing, regulatory compliance, and operational reputation as pressure injury prevention. With the Care Quality Commission (CQC) continuing to make safety and quality of care central to its assessments, providers attending the Care Forum are turning to digital audit tools, benchmarking initiatives, and transparent […]
October 2025 is Computer Software Month on Care Briefing: Here’s how to get involved…
Each month on Care Briefing we shine a spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in October we’ll be focusing on Computer Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Computer Software […]
Dementia Adventure launches inclusive ‘Green Letter Days’
Charity Dementia Adventure is launching a series of ‘Green Letter Day’ dementia-inclusive ‘adventures’, such as walking cricket and flower arranging, to foster social inclusion and to improve mental health for those living with dementia and their family, friends and carers. The experiences are all designed around the revitalising power of nature and the great outdoors, reflecting the ethos […]
PRESSURE CARE MONTH: Exploring best practice in pressure management for residents with dementia, obesity or limited mobility
Pressure injuries remain one of the most significant clinical risks in care homes, impacting resident wellbeing, quality ratings, and organisational costs. While standardised prevention strategies are essential, senior care professionals know that residents with complex needs require a more personalised approach. Best practice in pressure care is about combining the right equipment, staff training, and […]