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How national projects are helping to support the adult social care workforce

Last year, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) launched several key initiatives to support the adult social care workforce and enhance staff skills. We hear from two individuals in the sector about their experiences with the Care Workforce Pathway and the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS), exploring how these are making a difference on the ground.

How digital technology has improved the care I draw on

Dr Clenton Farquharson CBE is a Husband. Dad. Former carer. Black Disabled man. Associate Director, Think Local Act Personal (TLAP). He shares how technology has impacted the care he draws on.

Unique IQ CEO David Lynes ‘goes the distance’ for Care Workers’ Charity

CEO of home care technology firm Unique IQ raised £2,000 for The Care Workers’ Charity by competing in and winning an endurance cycling competition.

Flu jabs

This page features information about flu vaccinations, including who is eligible, how to access a free flu jab and links to practical resources assist in reminding and encourage people to get vaccinated.

What it feels like to work for an 'outstanding' provider

An 'outstanding' rating can help you retain a loyal workforce who are proud to be part of your team. We spoke to Ellen Toulson an assistant team leader and Steven Guest a support worker at City Care Partnership about what it feels like working for an 'outstanding' rated provider.

Skills for Care report: international recruitment helps social care workforce grow – but domestic recruitment and retention struggles persist

Skills for Care has published its 2024 State of the Adult Social Care Sector and Workforce in England report.

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Transcript for S3 E6 of The Care Exchange

Homecare provider offering free exercise classes

Home care provider Walfinch Newcastle has launched free, local exercise and activity sessions, partly inspired by Betty Dunn, from North Shields.

Priscilla Wakefield House achieves re-accreditation of Gold Standards Framework

This #GoodNewsFriday we’re saying well done to Priscilla Wakefield House for achieving re-accreditation of Gold Standards Framework.

How registered manager networks support isolated managers

Joseph David, CEO and Registered Manager of Crossroads Barnsley, talks to us about the value of Skills for Care registered manager networks.