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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
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
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
10 years of the Care Act. Anyone else remember it’s part implementation? Interesting article reflecting on the success and the misses of this important legislation for adult social care.
Interesting read and one I agree with. One of the big point was this comment;- “A serious underinvestment in prevention and early intervention services”, contrary to section 2 of the Care Act, which requires councils to provide or arrange preventive services. Mentoring is one such service that if used as an early intervention service can make in my mine a long term sustainable difference in vunerable adults.
10 years of the Care Act. Anyone else remember it’s part implementation? Interesting article reflecting on the success and the misses of this important legislation for adult social care.
Our collective experience with Brandon Trust, Dimensions UK, Choice Support, MacIntyre, and United Response shows that vibrant and engaging social care is achievable. We want this to be a reality for everyone in the UK. Here's what we're proposing to the future Government: 1. Introduces a minimum benchmark for social care pay at NHS Band 3 2. Introduces a pay progression framework for social care 3. Introduces national standards for outcomes-based commissioning 4. Ensures statutory inclusion of voluntary and community organisations in Integrated Care Boards 5. Implements the Hewitt Review’s recommendation for consolidated health and social care budgets 6. Includes supported housing in local planning targets 7. Introduces a ‘Kickstart’ equivalent for employing young people with a learning disability and/or autism This is a clear call to all political parties to ensure effective use of funding, so everyone drawing on support benefits from these positive changes. Read our full report: https://lnkd.in/gZrhEZrA #SocialCare #MoreThanAProvider #GeneralElection
📢 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
We need to see a credible mechanism to fund adult #SocialCare sustainably. This is one of our 8 key recommendations for the next government to put social care on the right footing - find out our other priorities in this briefing. 👇https://lnkd.in/eMUJJwtd
The recent deep dive into the crisis in adult social care, as highlighted by the Local Government Association (LGA) and ITV News, reveals a troubling reality: Nearly a third of councils struggle to meet their basic legal duties to elderly and vulnerable residents. This stark data underscores the critical need for immediate action. At Advanced Adult Care Assessments (AACA), we recognise local authorities' immense pressures and the devastating impact on individuals like David Gower, whose quality of life has significantly declined due to reduced support. The decline in social care services diminishes the dignity and well-being of our most vulnerable and places additional strain on our already overburdened health services. We echo Cllr David Fothergill's call for urgent attention to adult social care. Policymakers must prioritise this issue and work collaboratively to find sustainable solutions. As Mr. Gower poignantly stated, "We're not dealing with a commodity; we're dealing with life—and life is not cheap." #SocialCare #AdultSocialCare #EfficiencyInCare #PersonCentredSupport
Associate Director of TLAP at Think Local, Act Personal Partnership (TLAP)
Social care reform must centre on equity & dignity. It’s not an individual burden—it’s a shared responsibility. Let’s build a system where everyone can age with security & respect. #SocialCareReform #EquityAndDignity Deborah's story shows a systemic failure forcing families to sell homes for care and support . We need collective solutions, not isolated struggles. Together, we can fix this. #FixSocialCare #CollectiveAction A National Care Service ensures no one loses their home for care and support . Fair, compassionate, and achievable with cross-party unity. Hope-driven reform starts now! #CareForAll #NationalCareService https://lnkd.in/eUCnxJiD