3 May 2023
Pets can give people with dementia feelings of unconditional love. But getting a new pet isn’t a decision to be made lightly. There are lots of things to consider before seeking a pet for someone with dementia. People with dementia can find caring for an animal to be a source of support and comfort. A person living with dementia can also benefit from the companionship and friendship from keeping a pet, and caring for the pet may also provide a sense of purpose. More details here.
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Meet our Exhibitors WMCA Registered Managers, Deputies and Seniors Conference 19th June 2025
DHSC - Care workforce pathway for adult social care The care workforce pathway outlines the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours people need to work in adult social care. Details here .
UKHSA - Managing cases of suspected high consequence infectious diseases in adult social care These principles are aimed at supporting adult social care providers, managers and staff in England to take initial steps in the unlikely situation where an individual is suspected to have a high consequence infectious disease (HCID). Click below for more information. Managing cases of suspected high consequence infectious diseases in adult social care For more information, contact the UKHSA at email: externalaffairs@ukhsa.gov.uk www.gov.uk/ukhsa
Your Chance to Comment on the Capacity Tracker The London School of Economics (LSE) has been commissioned by the Government to carry out an independent review of the Capacity Tracker. This is to be welcomed as it is an opportunity to give honest feedback on the usefulness of the Capacity Tracker and we encourage all of our members to participate. More details about the research can be found here If you are interested in being involved, please email Mike Clark at the LSE - M.C.Clark@lse.ac.uk
Which NVQ - Cash for Care 2024/25
Citation: Support Your Members in Creating a Culture of Care
The King's Trust Health & Social Care Support in Recruitment
NMW and NIC changes: implications for healthcare providers
