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About the Conference 

Join us for a day of the leading expertise in homecare, bringing the sector together to address the challenges, opportunities, and realities of delivering high-quality care.

Our conference programme will focus on the topics that matter the most to homecare providers - from workforce support and care commissioning, to financial sustainability and business growth. 

The day will feature thought-provoking talks and panelsQ&A sessions, practical seminars, and industry-leading exhibitors. You’ll also benefit from dedicated networking opportunities to connect with sector influencers and leaders, as well as hundreds of homecare professionals from across the country.

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Who's it for? 

The Future of Homecare '26 is a must-attend event for forward-thinking homecare providers, and professionals across health and social care. From Directors and CEOs to Registered Managers and Operations leaders – there’s something for everyone at our annual conference.  

By attending, you will: 
  • Explore the latest developments shaping homecare 
  • Understand what’s on the horizon to inform and strengthen your strategic planning 
  • Gain fresh ideas to drive innovation and business growth 
  • Hear practical solutions to everyday homecare challenges
  • Build knowledge across key aspects of managing a homecare service 
  • Collaborate with fellow care professionals to share insights and learning 
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What to expect 

Tickets include lunch and refreshments throughout the day, all enjoyed in the historic setting of The Kia Oval cricket ground in London.

Take a look at last year’s Annual Conference:

 

 

Schedule for the day Schedule for the day

Wednesday 20 May
8.30am – 9.25am
Registration & Exhibition

Breaks & Networking

9.25am – 9.40am
What is happening in homecare?

Speaker

9.40am – 10.15am
Recruiting in a challenging market

Speaker

10.15am – 11am
Journalist panel

Panel Q&A

11.05am – 11.25am
Morning Break & Exhibition

Breaks & Networking

11.35am – 12.20pm
A1: How to work successfully with commissioners

Seminar

A2: Building a productive relationship with unions & workforce in light of the Fair Pay Agreement

Seminar

A3: How to attract private pay clients

Seminar

A4: What does it mean to provide end of life care in people’s own homes?

Seminar

12.20pm – 1.15pm
Lunch & Exhibition

Breaks & Networking

1.20pm – 1.30pm
Presentation of Chief Nurse Award

Speaker

1.30pm – 2.25pm
How homecare can contribute to Neighbourhood Health

Speaker

2.35pm – 3.20pm
B1: Avoiding the common pitfalls in compliance

Seminar

B2: AI in your business navigating when everything is changing

Seminar

B3: Building your business from scratch – learn from those who've done it!

Seminar

B4: How to achieve outstanding in your next inspection

Seminar

3.20pm – 3.40pm
Afternoon Break & Exhibition

Breaks & Networking

3.45pm – 4.30pm
Regulation of Homecare

Panel Q&A

4.30pm – 4.45pm
Closing Remarks

Speaker

 

About the venue About the venue

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The Kia Oval is one of the most historic sporting landmarks in the world. All of the rooms benefit from natural daylight and views of the world renowned international wicket.

Address

The Kia Oval
Surrey County Cricket Club
Kennington, London, SE11 5SS

Getting there

The Kia Oval is easily accessible by car, train, bus and tube, from the West End, the City and all South East Counties. Find out more here.

 

 

Meet the Sponsors & Exhibitors Meet the Sponsors & Exhibitors

 

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Nourish Care

Nourish is used daily by 385,000 carers to support over 405,000 people, making us the most trusted care management system in the UK. In the last 12 months, Nourish has been used to record over 95 million rostered care visits. 

Nourish technology puts power in the hands of coordinators, carers and communities. From desktop to doorstep our co-produced functionality simplifies processes and unlocks insights with features specifically tailored for home care providers, including rostering, finance, call monitoring, holiday, eLearning and more. 

Our functionality is designed through collaboration with our users, so you can record, review and report your outstanding care. All backed by our experienced team ensuring we are with you every step of your care journey, so we can ensure our technology puts your people first.

Contact: www.nourishcare.com  [email protected]  023 8000 2288

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Voices of Care

The Voices of Care podcast brings you unmissable conversations with the leaders, carers and innovators shaping a more connected, compassionate, and capable system for everyone. Guests include some of the most influential voices in the sector, tune in and hear from the visionaries making better health and care possible for every person, everywhere.

Go to https://www.newcrosshealthcare.com/insights/voices-of-care to listen and find out more.

This year as our 'podcast partner', Voices of Care will be recording a podcast at our conference!
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Anthony Collins Solicitors

Anthony Collins is a thriving specialist law firm with over 300 staff and 40 partners, offices in Birmingham, Manchester and Macclesfield and a national reputation for advising individuals, charities and other not-for-profit organisations, local authorities, public-sector bodies and businesses throughout the UK.

Their focus in the health and social care sector is about working with organisations that serve vulnerable people due to age, mental or physical incapacity, mental health problems or the consequences of addiction. We use our specialist skills to help both organisations and individuals achieve their goals.

https://www.anthonycollins.com/