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  • Summer CPD Conference - 4th July - CQC Quality Statement "Is Your Care Service Caring?" - book your place now!
  • Worcestershire Registered Managers Networking Event - 27th June
  • Excellence in Care Awards 2024 - nominate your amazing staff for a chance to win £500 cash!
  • Hospital Discharge Survey - Autumna
  • Healthy Worcestershire Project
  • Armed Forces Week - 24th-30th June 2024
  • Citation: Top 10 Cyber Security Threats Facing Your Business in 2024
  • WMCA News & Updates
  • Upcoming Events/Webinars & Training

     
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We are almost at full capacity for this event , after which time we will be operating a waiting list.


If you are booked on but can no longer attend, please let us know so that we can offer your space to someone else - thank you.

Registered Managers, Deputies & Seniors CPD Conference

4th July 2024

9:30am - 3:00pm

Portway Lifestyle Centre


This FREE Conference will be based on the theme of  CQC Quality Statement- 'Is your Care Service Caring?


It is an opportunity for leadership teams to learn from other colleagues and to share good practice.


The event is open to all Registered Managers, Deputy Managers and Senior Carers across the Midlands.

     

Worcestershire Registered Managers Network Event

27th June 2024

11:00am - 2:00pm



Venue :

Warndon Centre Hub,

Shap Drive,

Worcester  WR4 9NX


This event is an opportunity for leadership teams to learn from other colleagues, share good practice and discuss any ongoing issues.


A CQC representative will be present at the meeting to answer any questions around:

  • New assessment framework
  • The new portal

It is open to all Registered Managers and Deputy Managers across Worcestershire.


Click below to view the agenda and book your place.

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Each winner receives an engraved trophy and £500 in cash.

 

Anyone who nominates will also be entered into a prize draw for one of 5 x £100 Amazon vouchers!


Click below to complete the nomination form - you only have until 19th July to submit your entries.

Excellence in Care Awards 2024

Friday 25th October 2024

6.30-11pm

The Copthorne Hotel, Merry Hill



We are receiving some amazing nominations for the Excellence in Care Awards.


We are aware of the many different roles and skills it takes to run a social care business. This year, we have 9 categories as follows :-


  • Carer
  • Registered Manager
  • Deputy/Senior/Team Leader
  • Apprentice
  • Activity Co-ordinator
  • Domestic Staff
  • Office Staff
  • Director/Owner
  • Outstanding Contribution to Care


Do you know someone who excels in one of the above roles?


Then why not  nominate them for an Excellence in Care Award in the relevant category?

     

Hospital Discharge Survey

We have been contacted by  Autumna , the largest, most detailed directory of later life care providers in the UK. They are looking into how the current hospital discharge process i s working for care providers. Social care is is being blamed for hospital discharge delays and Autumna want to present the reality from the people that really know. The care providers.

 

They are calling upon care providers to help them to drive change by completing a short 3-minute survey . The results are anonymous.

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Please click below to find out more and complete the survey.

     
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This new Healthy Worcestershire service will launch on Monday 24th June at The Hub, Blackwell Community Hall B60 1BL. Sessions will run weekly from 2-4pm

Healthy Worcestershire Project

Healthy Worcestershire , funded by Worcestershire County C ouncil,  offers a diverse range of empowering sessions aimed at enhancing o verall well-being for the Worcestershire community. The programme is delivered from local venues across the 6 districts in Worcestershire.


It offers tailored lifestyle advice that aims to improve overall health and wellbeing, as well as fostering social connection and improving community safety awareness. There is an emphasis on co-production and adaptability throughout the programme based on local needs.


The programme is open to anyone over the age of 18, living and/or registered with a GP in Worcestershire.

     

Armed Forces Week

24th-30th June 2024

Armed Forces Day is an annual opportunity to thank the Armed Forces community for their work and to learn more about life in the Armed Forces. This year, Armed Forces Day is on Saturday 29 June and Armed Forces Week starts on Monday 24 June. 


Armed Forces Day is an opportunity to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving personnel to Service families, veterans and cadets.

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Find out how you can show your support by clicking on the link below.

     

Top 10 Cyber Security Threats Facing your Business in 2024

The rate at which businesses fall victim to cyber crime is increasing year-on-year. 


The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and industry experts continue to urge businesses to prioritise cyber security and adopt robust measures to reduce risk.


Thankfully, our partner, Citation, have put together a  FREE guide of the ‘Top 10 Cyber Security Threats ’ with advice on safeguarding  your devices and data as well as insights into current cyber threats, and how to stay informed about their origins. Arm yourself with knowledge and protect your business effectively.

     

WMCA News & Updates


For all the latest news and updates relevant to the social care sector, check out the "News and Info" section of our website.

Latest information from:-

  • CQC
  • Dept of Health & Social Care
  • National Care Assoc
  • Skills for Care
  • and many more

     
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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

25 June 2024

10-11am

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Nurses & Clinical Leads Network Meeting

25 June 2024

2-4.30pm Online

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IHSCM Deputies Effectively Leading Teams Training Series (final one of 4 modules)


26 June 2024

1.30-2.30pm

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Worcestershire Registered Managers Network Event

27 June 2024

11am-2pm


Warndon Centre Hub,

Shap Drive,

Worcester  WR4 9NX


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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Care Homes

27 June 2024

2-4pm

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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

2 July 2024

10-11am

     

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