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Working with families

Our Skills for Care framework sets out some practical guidelines about how adult social care employers and workforce can work well with families leading to an improved level of care.

Spotting the signs when a person becomes unwell

Information and guidance to help you with spotting the signs when a person becomes unwell, using the RESTORE2 tool.

Shared lives carer

As a shared lives carer, you'll open up your home and family life to include someone who needs care and support.

Care worker

You'll support people with all aspects of their day to day living, including social and physical activities, personal care, mobility and meal times.

Skills for Care advisory groups

Skills for Care has set up an expert group of people with a learning disability, autistic people and family members and/or carers.

NICE social care mental health guidance

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) provides guidance and advice services for health, public health and social care professionals.

Dementia

Our Skills for Care resources and qualifications will help you deliver better care for people living with dementia.

The value of adult social care in England

This page look at the economic benefits of adult social care to individuals and society.

5 Working with partners

This standard relates to the importance of building relationships and partnerships as part of your role.

Supporting resources

Access additional information used in the development of the Workforce Strategy for adult social care.