An ex-head of commissioning makes no apologies for calling out the limitations of current commissioning practices and why "it can never make us happy".
A collection of practices in the areas of care markets, digital technology, person-centred care and more. With evidence of better outcomes, some of these practices will sustain post Covid-19.
The social care future enquiry into social care is led by people with lived experience. They want to hear from you. There are lots of ways to share your views.
The Future Social Care Coalition are working on three goals -parity of esteem with the NHS, an immediate funding boost and a workforce strategy. If you wish to support them get involved:
Pay Fair for Care - Day of Action, 3 February 12:30-14:00 to build support for a parliamentary petition. Join the event and sign the petition.
Time for a Social Care People Plan Conference, 11 February 14:30-17:00 2021. Join this workforce conference
This webinar will explore the meaning of provider collaboration at scale, and the opportunities and challenges during the next phase of ICS development and in response to Covid-19.
If you employ care & support through a personal budget from social care or health or use your own money, you can apply for training funding from Skills for Care. The application deadline is 28 February 2021.
A documentary on disability featuring John Evans, who was a key player in the independent living movement and an advocate for co-production in health and social care. Tune in tonight to BBC 2 at 9pm.