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Dive into our collection of blogs and articles where you'll find top tips, insights from others working in the sector, and round-ups of our key resources.

Whether you're looking for practical advice, industry trends, or expert opinions, our content is designed to support and inspire you in your role.

Stay informed and discover valuable information to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities in the social care sector.

If you’d be interested in writing a blog or being interviewed for one our pieces please email alexander.haswell@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


Creating inclusive futures for LGBTQ+ older adults

28 Feb 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

This #GoodNewsFriday, we celebrate the inspiring work of Safe Ageing No Discrimination (SAND), a community organisation dedicated to improving the exp…read more

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28 Feb 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

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This #GoodNewsFriday, we celebrate the inspiring work of Safe Ageing No Discrimination (SAND), a community organisation dedicated to improving the exp…read more

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Celebrating Pride and people’s individuality

21 Feb 2025 Cheryll Champion

Cheryll Champion, Quality and Compliance Manager at LDC Care, shares how her services support men exploring dressing in women’s clothes to feel valued…read more

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21 Feb 2025 Cheryll Champion

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Cheryll Champion, Quality and Compliance Manager at LDC Care, shares how her services support men exploring dressing in women’s clothes to feel valued…read more

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Residential care home leads the way in LGBTQ+ inclusivity

14 Feb 2025 Colin Scott

The Maples, a residential care home in East Sussex supporting 22 older adults, is pioneering LGBTQ+ inclusivity under the leadership of registered man…read more

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14 Feb 2025 Colin Scott

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The Maples, a residential care home in East Sussex supporting 22 older adults, is pioneering LGBTQ+ inclusivity under the leadership of registered man…read more

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Culture and diversity

How we supported a reluctant learner to progress in her career

31 Jan 2025 Sam Cox

Sam Cox, Facilitations Director at Changing Lives Building Dreams (CLBD), talks about how they supported a staff member who was reluctant to learn and…read more

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31 Jan 2025 Sam Cox

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Sam Cox, Facilitations Director at Changing Lives Building Dreams (CLBD), talks about how they supported a staff member who was reluctant to learn and…read more

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Learning and development

How the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment is helping retain newly qualified social workers

24 Jan 2025 Debz Morgan

This #GoodNewsFriday, Debz Morgan, Advanced Practitioner at Herefordshire Council, shares with us her experience of supporting newly qualified social …read more

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24 Jan 2025 Debz Morgan

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This #GoodNewsFriday, Debz Morgan, Advanced Practitioner at Herefordshire Council, shares with us her experience of supporting newly qualified social …read more

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Learning and development

Nightingale Hammerson receives the 2024 London regional finalist’s Care ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù Employer Award

17 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

We hear how a London care provider has won some regional titles at the Great British Care Awards and is going to the final in March 2025! read more

Nightingale Hammerson - British Care Awards

17 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

Nightingale Hammerson - British Care Awards

We hear how a London care provider has won some regional titles at the Great British Care Awards and is going to the final in March 2025! read more

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Chloe Austin's remarkable journey

10 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

In this Good News Friday, we hear a story of amazing resilience and strength from a registered nurse who overcame a tragic accident during the early s…read more

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10 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

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In this Good News Friday, we hear a story of amazing resilience and strength from a registered nurse who overcame a tragic accident during the early s…read more

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Spellman Care's Christmas appeal a resounding success!

03 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

This #GoodNewsFriday, we hear about a successful Christmas present appeal that provided gifts for hospital residents who unfortunately couldn’t be wit…read more

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03 Jan 2025 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

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This #GoodNewsFriday, we hear about a successful Christmas present appeal that provided gifts for hospital residents who unfortunately couldn’t be wit…read more

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Merseyside autism charity named best north west employer at GB Care Awards

27 Dec 2024 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

We take this #GoodNewsFriday to celebrate a Bromborough-based charity supporting autistic adults that has been recognised as the one of the best emplo…read more

Autism Together GB Care Awards win-3

27 Dec 2024 ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù

Autism Together GB Care Awards win-3

We take this #GoodNewsFriday to celebrate a Bromborough-based charity supporting autistic adults that has been recognised as the one of the best emplo…read more

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Our Christmas message

20 Dec 2024 Oonagh Smyth

Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, shares a brief Christmas message to thank the entire sector for its hard work and dedication throughout the year. read more

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20 Dec 2024 Oonagh Smyth

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Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, shares a brief Christmas message to thank the entire sector for its hard work and dedication throughout the year. read more

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