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📊 𝗖𝗤𝗖 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 The latest State of Care report reveals a 27% increase in unmet social care requests since 2017/18, as the system faces a growing gap between service needs and resources. With over 2 million new requests in 2022/23, the demand for long-term and short-term care significantly outpaces available resources, leaving many without essential support. Addressing this issue requires a renewed focus on resource allocation, innovative care solutions, and optimised support structures. Our consultancy services are designed to address these challenges head-on. By working with providers, we help streamline operations, maximise resources, and develop tailored strategies that close service gaps while supporting quality standards in care. Learn more about how Fulcrum Care can help your organisation meet the growing demand for adult social care: https://lnkd.in/dFm4nNm #SocialCareDemand #CQCFindings #AdultSocialCare #ResourceAllocation #CQCReport #SocialCare #FulcrumCare #CareConsultants #CareHomes #CQCStateOfCareReport

New year, new health data policy announcements! 📆 Last week, the Government announced plans for a new digital platform to improve sharing of health data between NHS and social care staff, as part of a wider reform package for adult social care in England. The platform aims to reduce the need to repeat information about people's care needs and ensure the information shared between services is up to date to save staff time and improve individual care. The Government aims for all adult social care providers to be fully digitised and for staff to be able to access up-to-date information by the end of this Parliament. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/enqSAR7Y

We published this week our first-ever annual report which looks back on our 23/24 improvement support programme, and showcases our work with councils and systems to improve adult social care and public health services. It details how we’ve engaged with councils or systems, developed unique support offers and delivered outcomes and outputs to improve service delivery so people can access the care that meets their needs, in a time and manner that suits them. Among the highlights are: 🎯 616 targeted support offers provided across all 153 councils which have adult social care responsibilities. As part of these targeted support offers, we engaged with councils more than 1500 times. 📚 more than 40 reports, publications and briefings which are freely available via our webpages www.local.gov.uk/pch 🎤 82 events attended by 9,650 attendees. The events received a 93 per cent satisfaction rating. Here's what others have said about us: “A highly trusted source of support with understanding across the country coupled with local analysis.” “A big thank you – this is the first time I have requested this level of support – and I was really pleased with the outcome.” Read our full annual report: https://lnkd.in/e7KN7p75 Find out about our current programme of sector-led improvement for 2024/25, in our new improvement and support offer prospectus. It showcases our support offers developed in collaboration with local authorities and regions. Read our prospectus: https://lnkd.in/e-u_3rn7 #SocialCare #AdultSocialCare #Councils #Health #Support #Improvement

This briefing presents key findings from Nuffield Trust research and analysis on social care, spanning several years. It outlines the definition and context of social care, addressing the current range of challenges and providing recommendations for a thriving future for the sector as a crucial public service. The report emphasises urgent actions needed, along with the blueprint for successful long-term reform. Furthermore, it explores the potential for improved collaboration between adult social care and the NHS. #socialcare

Our Social Workers are driving innovation in the NHS. 🚀 From trauma-informed care to anti-discriminatory frameworks, they're pioneering projects that aim to embed values of self-determination, empowerment, and community-centred care into the heart of local services. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e73G8Dws

Earlier this month, we shared a paper about the role of prevention in social care. Jointly published with our sector partners, the paper makes the case for taking action and offering early support. Local Government Association; Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS); Mencap; Skills for Care; Think Local Act Personal (TLAP); The Care Provider Alliance; #SocialCareFuture We support all the evidence-based prevention interventions in the paper. We also have others we’d like to highlight, starting with intermediate care. SCIE’s research has indicated that 72% of people who received intermediate care after a hospital stay did not move to a more dependent care setting. Our intermediate care guide outlines how intermediate care can deliver better outcomes for people and reduce the pressures on hospitals and the care system. Read it in full on our website: https://lnkd.in/eN9-jzy7 Read the paper here: https://lnkd.in/eJNDSa43

In 2024, the UK delayed its social care reforms, pushing the overhaul to 2028. For many, this feels like a missed opportunity to address long-standing challenges. These delays aren’t just administrative; they translate to real consequences for the people who rely on social care every day. It’s a reminder of the urgent need to prioritise sustainable funding, workforce stability, and person-centred approaches. The question is: how can we, as professionals, advocate for action that ensures no one is left behind? 👉 Learn more about how co-production can drive positive change in care delivery. Get our 2024 White Paper Publication.  https://lnkd.in/e2M5ZxmV #SocialCareReforms #CareSectorChallenges #PersonCentredCare #SustainableFunding #WorkforceStability #CareSectorInsights #AdvocacyForCare #SocialCare2024 #CareForAll #PolicyChanges #CareSectorPriorities

The Local Government Association has published a guide to CQC assessments of whether local authorities are meeting their duties under Part 1 of the Care Act 2014.   CQC is required to review, assess and report on the performance of English local authorities under section 46A of the Health and Social Care Act 2008. The guide explains the steps the CQC will take in an assessment, including the data collection and on-site inspection, and how local authorities can respond to the assessment.

🌟 What is Commissioning in Health and Justice? 🌟 Commissioning in Health and Justice bridges the gap between healthcare and the justice system, ensuring vulnerable populations in custodial settings or those interacting with the justice system receive equitable, high-quality healthcare. It’s about addressing health inequalities and ensuring that individuals receive the right care at the right time, improving outcomes for both individuals and communities. ✨ Highlighting Pilot Success in the Midlands ✨ A fantastic example of innovative commissioning is the recent Enhanced Reconnect and Secondary Mental Health Treatment Requirements Pilot in the Midlands. This program exemplifies how collaboration across sectors can drive meaningful change. Key achievements from the pilot: • Enhanced Reconnect Services: Supporting individuals as they transition from custodial to community settings, ensuring continuity of care and reducing risks of reoffending. • Secondary Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTRs): Providing tailored mental health interventions as part of community sentences, helping individuals address underlying challenges while reducing pressure on custodial settings. • Impact: Improved access to mental health care, reduced delays in treatment, and stronger alignment between justice and healthcare teams. This pilot showcases the power of compassionate commissioning to tackle systemic challenges and create opportunities for rehabilitation and recovery. A huge well done to everyone involved in driving this vital work forward! 💡 Let’s continue these important conversations on how Health and Justice commissioning can transform lives and communities. What other initiatives have inspired you in this space? Share your thoughts below! Working with great team on planning 2025/2026 priorities Sarah Forrest Catherine Hadfield #HealthAndJustice #Commissioning #Midlands #MentalHealth #EquityInHealth #InnovationInCare #NHSEnglandMidlands

The Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) 2024 Autumn Survey published today, 6 November 2024, is the latest in a series highlighting the scale of the “ongoing and intensifying pressures” facing adult social care. Its release comes exactly a week after the Government’s Autumn Budget—which left us disappointed by the disparity between NHS and social care funding and concerned by rising care costs. The foundations for a robust #NationalCareService are currently unstable. Beyond funding, we need to find new ways to deliver social care more efficiently and effectively, such as through #NewCareModels and #DigitalInnovation. We stand ready to work with the Government to drive the change required. Read our full response, authored by our Chief Executive, Kathryn Smith, here: https://lnkd.in/dKSsWnZC #AdultSocialCare #ADASSAutumnSurvey #SCIE #SocialCareInnovation