Greensleeves Care to Host Nationwide Celebration of Caring
Not-for-profit care provider Greensleeves Care has announced ‘Big Warm Up’ – a series of community events to celebrate those who care for others. To mark…
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Sector Responds to Government’s Plans for Social Care Reform
Leading associations and spokespersons in the adult social care sector have has responded to the announcement today by the Department of Health and Social Care…
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Government Launches Independent Commission to Reform Social Care
The UK Government has unveiled plans to establish a new independent commission dedicated to addressing the pressing challenges within adult social care and formulating long-term…
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NHS is Putting Homecare Providers at Risk of Failure Through “Unethical” Commissioning
The Homecare Association have accused some NHS Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) of “unethical commissioning practices”. Grossly inadequate fee rates and late payments risk quality, safety…
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Local Nurse Celebrates 10 Years Of Service With Newton House
A Nurse at Newton House Care Home in Grantham has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 10…
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Next Steps On Addressing Carer’s Allowance Overpayments Announced
The government has announced the next steps with a major review of the Carer’s Allowance as it aims to put an end to the controversy…
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Valued Newton Aycliffe Care Home Staff Member Celebrates 25 Years Of Service
A much-loved Care Assistant at HC-One’s Defoe Court Care Home, in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, has received a prestigious Long Service Award in celebration of…
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Care UK Celebrates Recognition At The National Care Awards
Care UK colleagues are celebrating their success at the 2024 National Care Awards after taking home two trophies, including the prestigious award for Care Home…
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Rogue” Employers Will Be Banned From Hiring Overseas Workers
Employers who commit serious offences will be banned from hiring overseas workers as part of a government crackdown on visa abuse and prevent exploitation. Delivering…
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Plummeting Visa Numbers Leave Social Care Sector in Crisis
There has been a substantial decrease in the number of Health and Care Worker visas granted in the UK over the past year, leading to…
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Unpaid Carers Supported By £22.6 Million Investment In Innovation
New technology and innovations in care will improve the lives of unpaid carers and care users following a funding boost announced by the Minister of…
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Ed Davey Launches Bid For Christmas No.1 Hit With “Love Is Enough”
Photo Credit: Harry Moon Ed Davey has turned Ed Sleigh-Vey to take on Wham! and Mariah Carey in this year’s battle for the coveted Official…
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1 In 5 Care Seekers Unsure Who Will Pay For Care As Costs Continue To Rise
New data has revealed the scale of uncertainty around elderly care funding, as costs continue to rise. The findings, released by reviews website carehome.co.uk, show…
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£6,400 A Year Average Loss As Carer’s Cut Work To Support Elderly Loved Ones
Nearly a third (31%) of people aged 45-75 who are providing informal care to elderly family members said they had reduced their working hours or…
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Leicester Care Home Congratulates Staff Member On Decade Of Dedication
Kerrie Gray, a kitchen assistant at Bradley Hall care home in Leicester, is celebrating her ‘Decade of Dedication’ to residents in the home after joining…
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