New Workforce Strategy for adult social care a ‘turning point’
The launch of a new Workforce Strategy for adult social care in England is being hailed as a turning point for care – as new data shows the sector still has a vacancy rate around three times higher than the wider economy. The Workforce Strategy aims to improve the quality of roles in adult social […]
If you specialise in Dementia products for care homes we want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in August we’ll be focusing on Dementia. 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 Dementia Products and […]
The Care Workers’ Charity launches Care Workers Advisory Board
The Care Workers’ Charity has announced the launch of the Care Workers Advisory Board and Care Worker Champions Project. Funded by The Rayne Foundation as part of its Better Careers for Better care programme this groundbreaking initiative is designed to amplify the voices of care workers and address critical policy issues impacting the care sector. […]
OPINION: We need to improve recruitment practices in care
With Labour winning the recent general election, Ross Hodgson, a health and social care expert at Unity Plus with over 26 years of industry experience, shares his insights on the current state of standards and regulations within the sector…. Reports show that £8.3 billion is required to keep up with the sector’s growing demand; however, only £4.7 billion has […]
INFECTION CONTROL MONTH: How the care sector has adapted to a post-COVID world
The COVID-19 pandemic shone a spotlight on the critical role of infection control in care homes across the UK. Care home managers are now more committed than ever to implementing robust infection prevention and control (IPC) measures to safeguard the health and well-being of their residents. Thankfully, innovative solutions and related services are emerging, offering valuable tools for care […]
Have you registered for this November’s Care Forum?
The Care Forum returns for its second event of 2024 this November in Manchester – it’s an essential platform for you to connect with the suppliers who can help you with both current business requirements and future projects. In addition to 1-2-1 meetings with suppliers, your pass also includes overnight accommodation, all meals, refreshments and […]
BEDROOM & BATHROOM MONTH: Picking the best partners to create safe and comfortable havens
Care home managers understand the importance of creating a safe and comfortable environment for their residents. Bedrooms and bathrooms are personal spaces where residents deserve to feel at ease and maintain a degree of independence. Selecting the right partners to supply and install specialist bedroom and bathroom equipment is therefore crucial. Here are our top tips to help […]
Mitigating financial shock through better energy management: Key questions for the care sector
This year, the care sector remains in a financially precarious position. According to the Financial Impacts of Covid-19 on Care Homes (FICCH), six in ten of the UK’s care home beds are operated by companies that could go bankrupt should they experience even a mild economic shock. Any future energy cost surges are therefore a threat and […]
Advantage Analytics: Driving sustainability and delivering savings for the care sector
With the Care and Quality Commission’s (CQC) CQC’s new Single Assessment Framework now including a crucial quality statement on environmental sustainability, care homes must consider how they respond. Implementing environmental sustainability can be an area of concern for managers, so how can care homes enhance their sustainability and make important financial savings at the same time? Advantage […]
If you specialise in Infection Control for care homes we want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in July we’ll be focusing on Infection Control. 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 Infection Control […]
