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Managing a multi-generational workforce

August 1, 2022
With the care sector attracting a diverse and multi-generational workforce, managers need to know how to create an environment that works for everyone. Nikita Passi, Solicitor at Napthens explains.​​ The workforce…
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Latest Social Care Monthly Highlights (July – August 2022)

August 1, 2022
The policy of the month in July was the Stress and Mental Health in the Workplace Policy and Procedure. Our team of experts have also reviewed and updated policies such…
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Health & Safety podcast: Fire Safety Act 2021

July 29, 2022
The subject for discussion this month centres on the Fire Safety Act 2021, which clarifies the scope of the Fire Safety Order. In this podcast, Neil Hughes-Hutchings makes clear what…
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Quality Compliance Systems welcomes Lindsay Rees as Head of Social Care Content

July 28, 2022
Lindsay joins QCS as Head of Social Care Content after working as a senior leader in adult social care for over 17 years. She is a Registered Adult Nurse and…
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National data opt-Out required from 31 July 2022 – what you need to do

July 26, 2022
Digital Social Care is urging health and social care providers to comply with the national data opt-out service by the end of July. This is a service that allows everyone…
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The Capacity Tracker – Here to stay with added bite

July 25, 2022
Just over a year ago I wrote how the capacity tracker was changing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and that in another life I refused to engage with…
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NHS leaders call for national minimum wage for social care to halt staff exodus

July 22, 2022
NHS leaders are calling on the Government to immediately implement a national social care worker minimum wage of £10.50 an hour in England. The NHS Confederation, on behalf of healthcare…
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PAL Masterclass Catch Up: Facilitating ‘Just Right’ Activities for People with Cognitive Impairment

July 22, 2022
Do you want to build your confidence in delivering activities for people at all levels of cognitive ability? Learn more from Jackie Pool, our Dementia Care Champion and Founder of…
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