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📢 Check out this eye-opening article from LGC revealing waiting time figures for adult social care, released for the first time in a decade! The data sheds light on the significant waits endured by older people, with some waiting up to 149 days for essential care and support. The lack of routinely published waiting time figures highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the social care sector. Explore the article to learn more about the challenges councils face and the calls for improved standards and funding to address these issues. #SocialCare #safeguarding #socialwork #localcouncil

The conclusions reached by the Public Accounts Committee in their March report in relation to adult social care is really alarming and should concern everyone. Here is our insight from an employment and claims perspective written by my colleague Amanda Beaumont and me. #socialcare https://lnkd.in/dE5DBbqe

📢 Why the UK Needs a Clear Plan to Fix Adult Social Care 📢 As we approach the next general election, adult social care is one of the most pressing issues. This insightful article by Anna Barford and Mia Gray from the University of Cambridge delves into the challenges and the urgent need for reform. 🔗 Read the full article below From the critical shortage of care workers to the financial strains on local councils, it's evident that we need comprehensive strategies to ensure the well-being of our ageing population. Let's bring attention to these issues and push for meaningful change. #SocialCare #UKPolitics #AdultCare #HealthcareReform

Ofsted to scrap single-word judgments of social care services Overall effectiveness grades for councils and social care providers will be replaced by report card-style assessment tool, despite research finding sector more supportive than not of retaining single-word verdicts https://lnkd.in/egati2y7

Josh MacAlister MP, Author of the Independent Review for Children's Social Care, writes for Chamber UK: 'When I chaired the Government’s Independent Review of Children’s Social Care in 2022 it became clear to me that children’s social care needs a complete reset.' Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/eStEiBEy #social #care #socialcare #health #children #youngpeople #ukgovernment #governmentuk #government #ukpolitics #politicsuk #politics

After years of decline, the number of people receiving adult social care in England has risen for the second year in a row, hitting levels not seen since 2017-18. Increased funding and boosted reablement services have played a key role, but unmet needs and funding concerns persist: https://lnkd.in/eR5dX2UG #AdultSocialCare #SocialCare #SocialCareReform #Reablement

A decade on from the Care Act, urgent action is needed! 🚨 A survey from the Local Government Association has found that urgent action is needed to ensure the continuation of adult social care. ‼ With the Care Act working to improve the way that people can access the care and support that they need, only two thirds of councils are confident of their ability to meet all their legal duties by next year. Due to this lack of confidence in adult social care, the LGA has called for the current government to invest immediately in the service, whilst also bringing political parties together to end the politicisation of social care. 💸 Read more 👇 👇 https://lnkd.in/et8QgBSV Local Government Association Darren Rodwell #LGA #SocialCare #CareAct

This article from Community Care about the legacy of Conservative austerity policies really sets out the damage that has been done to Adult Social Care. The Care Act (2014) has some excellent provisions and the vision of Adult Social Care it sets out is admirable. But its positive vision hit up against the reality of the devastating cuts the Conservatives imposed on Local Authorities. One study noted in the article shows that spending on carers was reduced following the implementation, contradicting the very purpose of the Act. A number of Local Authorities are now close to bankruptcy as a consequence of the severity of this funding crisis. https://lnkd.in/ebKutuMa

The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman's latest report reveals that over 80% of complaints were upheld in 2023-2024, highlighting ongoing challenges like assessment delays and poor communication in the adult social care sector. Our latest blog discusses the report's findings and the urgent call for long-term reform, sustainable funding, and person-centred care improvements. Read the full article to learn more about how AACA is helping local authorities navigate these challenges. https://lnkd.in/e8AkGiwx #SocialCare #AdultCare #LocalAuthorities

So the Government solution to the escalating social care crisis is setting out a plan on devising a plan to deliver a ten year plan. And the can gets another kick down the street(ing) #socialcare #socialcarecrisis #socialcareincrisis https://lnkd.in/efH_t5Pi