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Future Directions’ drop-in music sessions hit the right note with the people they support

Future Directions’ homes are alive to the sound of music, with visits from their very own Music Man, Kevin Phoenix.

Interview: from occupational therapist to setting up my own care agency

Derek Sleater has had a varied career in social care, starting out working in occupational therapy and working his way up the ladder in that area before deciding to step in a new direction and set up his own care agency which launched in May 2021. He shares his journey with us.

Opening doors to the older LGBT community

Alice Wallace, Director of Opening Doors London, tells us about the work they do providing services and support for the older LGBT community.

Research shows how music can help to support positive wellbeing

Music for Dementia is encouraging care workers to unlock the power of music to support their own health and wellbeing during challenging times.

Life Under the 'Clapping for Carers' Radar – Part One

Tina Turnbull is Chief Executive of People Matters, and also holds voluntary roles as an Inclusive Growth Ambassador for Leeds City Council, is a director of Leeds City Credit Union and a governor at a local NHS Trust. In the first of three blogs Tina looks at the impact of the virus on her organisation.

International recruitment of nurses into social care - how do we ensure a good experience for all?

We hear four different perspectives on how we can ensure a good experience for international nurses recruited in social care. These are taken from a video discussion we held in December 2023.

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.

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.