Category: Care Sector

Unpaid Carers Sound Alarm on Financial Hardships and Strains

Millions of individuals anticipating the responsibility of providing unpaid care for their elderly parents in the future are concerned about their financial capability, according to a report by Age UK. The charity’s survey targeted adults … read more >> Unpaid Carers Sound Alarm on Financial Hardships and Strains

Scottish Care Homes in Peril: As Pay Deal Gridlock Intensifies

Rising costs and staffing issues jeopardise contract between Scottish Care and council body Cosla, leading to concerns over care home closures in Scotland. Care home closures in Scotland could escalate if a deal is not … read more >> Scottish Care Homes in Peril: As Pay Deal Gridlock Intensifies

Unpaid Carers: Unsung Heroes of the Healthcare System

A new report by the Kings Fund details the significant level of support unpaid carers in England provide to their family members or friends. The report “Caring in a Complex World.”, compiled by Deborah Fenney, … read more >> Unpaid Carers: Unsung Heroes of the Healthcare System

Addressing the Workforce Crisis for the Ageing Population

The NHS, the pride of the United Kingdom, is facing a formidable challenge – a workforce crisis that threatens the quality of care for its citizens. The current shortage of skilled healthcare professionals, coupled with … read more >> Addressing the Workforce Crisis for the Ageing Population

Wirral Careers in Health and Social Care Open Day

WUTH, WCHC and Wirral Council are holding an open day to discuss pathways into care roles across the Wirral. Careers in Health and Social Care Open DayDate : 10th June 2023Time : 10 am to … read more >> Wirral Careers in Health and Social Care Open Day

Union Calls Out Shaw Healthcare for Bullying Tactics Against Employees

Union calls for national care service as Shaw Healthcare’s new terms hit lowest paid workers A care home firm, Shaw Healthcare, has come under fire as it faces allegations of pressuring its employees to accept … read more >> Union Calls Out Shaw Healthcare for Bullying Tactics Against Employees

Care Agency in Staffordshire Sets a New Standard for Fair Pay and Valuing Carers

A stark rise in vacancies within the adult social care sector in England has created a pressing need to attract more individuals to the industry. With over 165,000 unfilled positions, representing a 52% surge in … read more >> Care Agency in Staffordshire Sets a New Standard for Fair Pay and Valuing Carers

Discounts For Carers

Discounts for Carers: A One-Stop Shop for Caregivers Caregivers are the unsung heroes of our society. They provide essential care and support to loved ones who are unable to care for themselves. However, caregiving can … read more >> Discounts For Carers

Blue Light Card

Blue Light Card: Exclusive Discounts for Emergency Services Blue Light Card is a UK-based membership scheme that offers exclusive discounts to NHS, Healthcare, other emergency service personnel and their families. The card is accepted at … read more >> Blue Light Card

Sleepio App

Sleepio is a groundbreaking six-week sleep improvement CBT program designed by sleep expert Prof Colin Espie. Available free to all carers in Scotland and via referral for most carers in the rest of the UK. … read more >> Sleepio App

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