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CQC Inspections & How to Achieve Outstanding
October 16, 2015
Communication – On the day of the inspection At a conference last week I was fortunate to listen to a presentation from a couple of CQC inspectors who had come…
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Whistleblowing – ‘But, why does it have to be me?’
October 16, 2015
In my experience, the statement ‘But, why does it have to be me?’ – is the most frequently asked question by those considering formally raising a concern about a fellow…
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MIND THE GAP! Developing New Practice in response to The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
October 15, 2015
The Social Services and Well-being Act (SSWA) represents a ‘step-change’ in the legislation surrounding the DELIVERY of Social Care in Wales. Therefore, the intent of the Act will only be realised…
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Get off your sofa and on your feet!
October 14, 2015
It’s well documented that people with learning disabilities struggle to access sports and physical exercise opportunities, with telling consequences for their health. What does it take to help improve this…
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The Right to Die
October 13, 2015
The Bill The House of Commons recently rejected what is known as the “Right to Die Bill”. The vote wasn’t close; 118 MPs voted for and 330 against. At the…
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Shared Parental Leave to be extended to working Grandparents
October 12, 2015
Under plans announced by George Osborne at the Conservative Party Conference last week, paid Shared Parental Leave (SPL) will be extended to working grandparents. If the plans are implemented, the…
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Advance Care Directives
October 11, 2015
In Scotland, people receiving health and social care can make advance directives. These are statements of how they would want their future care to be provided, in the event that…
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Be Inspired – Take time out to motivate and establish good practice!
October 11, 2015
Take time out This week I am attending a local Practice Managers conference. Whilst initially I had the usual thought that I really couldn’t afford the time to take two…
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