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New TLAP National Self-directed Support Forum launched
Making sure choice and control can work for all, and reviewing the implementation of personal budgets and direct payments is a current concern for those working in adult social care. This week, TLAP launched a new national self-directed support forum to tackle some of the very pressing challenges that are being raised.
New research reveals benefits of building community capacity
Newly released research from the London School of Economics shows community capacity building schemes can provide up to £1300 in savings per individual per year. The results of a study by Professor Martin Knapp of the Personal Social Services Research Unit reveal that schemes like time banks, befriending services and community navigator schemes have the potential to provide savings to the public purse over a short period of time.
A preventative Carers initiative in Brighton & Hove
The Joint Improvement Partnership (JIP) and Improvement & Efficiency South East are jointly funding an initiative in Brighton & Hove to increase carer support in hospitals.