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Dive into our collection of blogs and articles where you'll find top tips, insights from others working in the sector, and round-ups of our key resources.

Whether you're looking for practical advice, industry trends, or expert opinions, our content is designed to support and inspire you in your role.

Stay informed and discover valuable information to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities in the social care sector.

If you’d be interested in writing a blog or being interviewed for one our pieces please email alexander.haswell@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


Support worker saves life with first aid training

26 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

Cedrick Ndatenguha Cyifuzo’s induction training and quick thinking resulted in him administering life-saving CPR in an emergency situation. read more

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26 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

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Cedrick Ndatenguha Cyifuzo’s induction training and quick thinking resulted in him administering life-saving CPR in an emergency situation. read more

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Resident recognised with top honour at dementia care awards

19 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

Zena Wolff (86) has become one of the first residents to be recognised at the National Dementia Care Awards, being awarded top honours as the ‘Inspiri…read more

19 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

Zena Wolff (86) has become one of the first residents to be recognised at the National Dementia Care Awards, being awarded top honours as the ‘Inspiri…read more

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Highland Home Carers scoops top Scottish care award

12 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

We hear the story of Highland Home Carers, a social care provider whose learning academy has received a top Scottish award, despite only being establi…read more

HR & Workforce Development Team at HHC

12 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

HR & Workforce Development Team at HHC

We hear the story of Highland Home Carers, a social care provider whose learning academy has received a top Scottish award, despite only being establi…read more

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The Outstanding Diversity Forum’s London Pride march 2024

05 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

We hear the story of the Outstanding Diversity Forum’s Pride march, which included teams from care organisations across the sector. read more

OSDF Pride 2

05 Jul 2024 Skills for Care

OSDF Pride 2

We hear the story of the Outstanding Diversity Forum’s Pride march, which included teams from care organisations across the sector. read more

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LDC Care celebrates Pride Month

28 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

This #GoodNewsFriday, we hear how LDC Care has been celebrating Pride Month with the support of a local drag artist! read more

Pride Collage

28 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

Pride Collage

This #GoodNewsFriday, we hear how LDC Care has been celebrating Pride Month with the support of a local drag artist! read more

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LGBTQ+ Care in Later Life learning framework: evaluation from year one

21 Jun 2024 Dr Trish Hafford-Letchfield

This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, Dr Trish Hafford-Letchfield reflects upon the impact of the LGBTQI+ Care in Later Life learnin…read more

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21 Jun 2024 Dr Trish Hafford-Letchfield

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This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, Dr Trish Hafford-Letchfield reflects upon the impact of the LGBTQI+ Care in Later Life learnin…read more

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Alium Care Training shares their experience using Skills for Care’s LGBTQ+ learning framework

14 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, Alium Care Training share their experience of using the LGBTQ+ learning framework and give ins…read more

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14 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

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This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, Alium Care Training share their experience of using the LGBTQ+ learning framework and give ins…read more

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Abbeyfield shares their experience with Skills for Care’s LGBTQ+ learning framework

07 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, we hear the story of Abbeyfield, a care provider who have adopted Skills for Care’s LGBTQ+ lea…read more

hand painting

07 Jun 2024 Skills for Care

hand painting

This #GoodNewsFriday and in recognition of Pride month, we hear the story of Abbeyfield, a care provider who have adopted Skills for Care’s LGBTQ+ lea…read more

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Seed to Feed at Bridle Lodge

31 May 2024 Skills for Care

In this week’s #GoodNewsFriday, we hear the story of one social care provider’s exciting garden renovation project. read more

Long large greenhouse

31 May 2024 Skills for Care

Long large greenhouse

In this week’s #GoodNewsFriday, we hear the story of one social care provider’s exciting garden renovation project. read more

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Professional Carers win at Northwest Family Business Awards 2024

24 May 2024 Skills for Care

In today’s #GoodNewsFriday, we hear from Professional Carers Wirral, a Northwest-based care organisation who recent took home the gold at the Northwes…read more

Awards 3 small new

24 May 2024 Skills for Care

Awards 3 small new

In today’s #GoodNewsFriday, we hear from Professional Carers Wirral, a Northwest-based care organisation who recent took home the gold at the Northwes…read more

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