Improving data and cyber security in homecare; and Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Digital Social Care have uploaded their webinar on Improving data and cyber security in homecare, along with a summary of the key points: available here. Also a reminder that the deadline for completing the 2022/23 Data Security and Protection Toolkit is 30 June.
Guiding principles for delegated healthcare
The Department of Health and Social Care and Skills for Care published voluntary guiding principles to support person-centred, safe and effective delegation of healthcare activities to care colleagues in eligible care settings in England, earlier this year. Providers are encouraged to use the guiding principles, adapting them locally where necessary to complement existing best practice.
Healthwatch launch new plan to help make care better
With NHS and social care services facing enormous challenges, Healthwatch England has launched a new plan setting out how its new strategic direction will help decision-makers use public feedback to improve care and involve communities in decisions about their health and care services.
Prepayment meter customers urged to claim energy support
Electricity suppliers, charities and consumer groups are joining forces with government to make sure households with traditional prepayment meters avoid missing out on £400 worth of help with their bills before 30 June 2023. Recent figures show over 83 percent of vouchers have now been used. However, with a month left of the scheme, the Government is renewing its efforts to see as many vouchers redeemed as possible.
Free personal protective equipment scheme - availability update
The Department of Health and Social Care has issued update to estimated stock-out dates by PPE category with current estimates.
Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman - guidance on remedies
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has issued new guidance on their approach to remedies and the kinds of recommendations they might make to address any injustice identified. You can find the section on Adult Social Care here.
