As people working in care, we dedicate our time to supporting others. But we must also ensure that fellow care workers are valued in return. That means having the right working conditions, being fairly rewarded, sharing best practice, and building …| Social care
From the Connect Project Team Introduction As the new Labour government rolled out policy directions for different aspects of the UK society, there was an increasing urgency for a dialogue about the well-being of different population groups and the role of the welfare state in an ageing society. People aged 65 and older constitute the… Continue Reading Conversations on Living Well in Old Age: Community Perspectives on Health, Care, and Pensions| PSSRU
Connection comes first. Relationships, trust, & small shared moments are the real foundations of learning.| Autistic Realms
Introducing the Mattress Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Excitingly, a new apprenticeship standard specifically designed for the bed sector was approved for delivery in late 2024, offering employers a dedicated pathway to develop the next generation of skilled mattress manufacturing operatives. The Mattress Manufacturing Operative Level 2 apprenticeship was officially approved for delivery on 6th […]| The National Bed Federation
The social care sector welcomes the publication of the government’s 10 Year Health Plan for the health and care system, shaped in part by the ideas, concerns and lived experience of social cae colleagues. They have unique insights into community-based care and how it can help ease pressure on an overstretched system.| socialcare.blog.gov.uk
This week is Youth Employment Week and a chance to celebrate young people and those who support them. It is also a time to think about the opportunities and barriers, that exist for young people entering the workplace in 2025. …| Life Chance Recruitment – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE)
This week we celebrate Carer’s Week 2025 June 9th – 15th, the aim is to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of carers and raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise their contribution to families …| Life Chance Recruitment - Going Forward into Employment (GFiE)
Too many unpaid carers in the UK are struggling by on their own, unseen by policy makers. Taking inspiration from the union movement, says Hannah Webster of Care Full, it’s time to build the collective solidarity that can amplify our demands for an economy that values and supports us – and lifts carers out of poverty.| Views & Voices
Looking after others often takes its toll on unpaid carers and professional care givers. Taking care of ourselves can sometimes feel like the thing we never get around to doing. Attending to our own mental health and wellbeing is important. If we are depleted and exhausted, we cannot give our best... at home or at work.| socialcare.blog.gov.uk
More opportunities for career progression in adult social care Developing the social care workforce is paramount to success and delivering the ambition for change we want and need to see in adult social care. On 9 April, Secretary of State, …| Social care
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, …| socialcare.blog.gov.uk
The world needs to stop relying on a metric that ignores two thirds of the work done by women and which promotes harmful policies, says Oxfam GB CEO Halima Begum. A new collection of feminist think pieces offers a compelling and inspirational tour of the arguments and pathways for moving Beyond GDP.| Views & Voices
Shared Lives is a community-based service offering accommodation and support to adults with learning disabilities and/or other social care needs. Find out more...| socialcare.blog.gov.uk
Right care, right place, right time As the conversations about delegated healthcare continue to evolve, the messaging remains clear. Delegation of healthcare activities is happening across adult social care and has been for many years. These voluntary guiding principles support …| Social care
Anger is a natural, healthy emotion. It’s neither good nor bad. It is our way of expressing that we’re feeling upset or threatened.| Addictions UK
I know straight away, from the look on my friend Alice’s face, whether she is having a 'bad caretaker' day| The Spectator World
This post was written by Dr Barbora Silarova (University of Kent), Dr Rosalie Ashworth (Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network), Fiona Hartley (Co-researcher), Winnie Henry (Co-researcher); Sari Huttunen (Co-researcher), Della Ogunleye (Co-Researcher), Mike Parish (Co-researcher), David Ross (Co-researcher), Helen Salisbury (Co-researcher) and Michael Turnbull (Co-researcher) What do we know about mental and physical health of individuals who… Continue Reading Carer’s self-care – staying...| PSSRU
Coronavirus heightens feelings of unfairness among health workers, carers, teachers and the underprivileged.| Phoenix Therapy Practice