NIHR Research Programme for Social Care (RPSC) Funding - call for applications
NIHR's Research Programme for Social Care is asking for applications for funding for research proposals that will generate evidence to improve, expand and strengthen the way that adult and children’s social care is delivered for people - across all four nations of the United Kingdom - who draw on social care support and services, carers, and the public. Applications close on 26 June 26, 2024.
The challenges and potential of intermediate care
The Health Foundation’s latest publication estimates that around 125,000 people enter intermediate care services each month. And identifies delayed discharge from hospital and the increased cost to services as the two key pressures in intermediate care services. Click here to read the full report here.
Turning The Tide...Fighting Back!
The National Care Association will be hosting their annual conference at Manchester United Football Club on Thursday 9 May 2024. Attendees will hear from Executive Co-chairs Nadra Ahmed CBE and Ian Turner, alongside the Shadow Minister for social care Andrew Gwynme MP and more. Tickets are available here.
Closing the gap: health inequalities, learning disabilities and autism
Spaces are available for the learning summit, which will explore how partners within integrated care systems (ICSs) are implementing and developing their care and support services. The session will be co-chaired by Tom Cahill, National Learning Disability and Autism Director, NHS England and Clive Parry, Director, ARC England. The session takes place on Wednesday 17 April from 3pm – 4:30pm. Click here to book your place.
Response to the Joint Committee on the draft Mental Health Bill
The government has responded to the Joint Committee’s recommendations for the draft Mental Health Bill to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 and deliver a modern mental health service.
Home Care Awards 2024
A video and pictures of the ceremony has been published, alongside the 2024 Winners Book, which is available to download. Once again, congratulations to all those who were nominated and won awards. And thank you for all you do for the sector.