New Podcast “The Three” Launches to Challenge the Status Quo in Social Care
A new podcast is set to disrupt the conversation around health and social care and it’s led by three women who aren’t afraid to ask…
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Local Government at Its ‘Financially Weakest’, Warns LGA Ahead of Spring Statement
The Local Government Association (LGA) is urging the Chancellor to use the Spring Statement to further stabilise council finances, warning that growing cost and demand…
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Politicians Must Show Courage To Prioritise Social Care Reform, Report Says
Politicians putting social care on the agenda is key to generating public support for much needed reform, but they fear discussing the issue because of…
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Carers Fear A Pension Pinch: Four In 10 Expect To Be Poorer In Retirement Due To Their Caring Responsibilities
Unpaid carers aged 45 –75 are feeling the financial strain of caring for elderly relatives, with reduced income and pension contributions threatening their long -term…
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King’s Touching Message To Carers From Wales: “You Are Not Forgotten”
Three social care heroes from Wales were hailed as “truly magnificent” by King Charles when they met him during a special reception at Windsor Castle….
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LGA Launches Major Consultation On Adult Social Care
The Local Government Association (LGA) is launching a conversation and engagement series with councils, sector stakeholders and people with lived experience on the role of…
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Dementia Carers Reaching Breaking Point as Support Systems Strain
Thousands of unpaid carers supporting loved ones with dementia are approaching crisis point, with many reporting severe physical and mental health impacts from their caring…
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Local Veteran’s Journey Highlights Specialist Dementia Support In Solihull
A specialist care home in Solihull is highlighting how “life story” care is transforming the lives of those with the most complex needs living in…
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Fiscal Drag Will Strip Billions from Care Workers and Undermine Fair Pay Agreement
Care England has today published new analysis warning that frozen Income Tax and National Insurance thresholds will remove an estimated £1.4 billion from care workers’…
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Plenty To Celebrate As Colleagues At Leeds Care Centre Mark Combined Work Service Of 110 Years
There were plenty of celebrations at a Leeds care centre as they marked a combined work service of 110 years for staff. Angelo Roura (15…
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Adult Social Care Fair Pay Agreement Is ‘Unworkable’ Without Funding LGA Says
The Local Government Association (LGA) has thrown its weight behind efforts to improve pay for adult social care workers, but has issued a stark warning…
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January: A Key Point in the Year for Early Dementia Care Planning
By Rebecca Rawlings, Registered Manager, Mill House Care Home is a purpose-built, family-run home in Worcester specialising in dementia care (www.themillhousecarehome.co.uk) Care professionals increasingly recognise…
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Unite Calls For Support For Scotland’s Social Care Workers In Budget
Union says £440m delayed hospital discharge costs better spent on social care frontline. Unite the union has demanded extra support for Scotland’s social care workers…
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WIN a £100 Marks & Spencer Voucher This Christmas
Are you ready to spread some Christmas cheer? The Carer is hosting a special festive competition to find the most beautifully decorated Christmas tree! HOW…
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Middle-Aged Men Lag Behind Younger Generations in Dementia Care Readiness
New research from Nationwide and Dementia UK reveals how middle-aged men feel much less prepared than younger generations about the prospect of looking after someone…
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