December 17, 2024
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17 December 2024

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This week...

  • WMCA Updates
    • A review of 2024 and looking ahead to 2025

    • WMCA Christmas and New Year opening hours

    • Seasonal Decorations Competition Announced!

    • WMCA joins  LGA and other sector bodies in calling on the Government to invest in Adult Social Care

    • A reminder that Biometric Residence Permits expire at the end of this year.
  • WMCA Partner Updates
    • Citation: Top HR Challenges in the Care Sector & New Year Checklist
    • Which NVQ: FREE Mandatory Qualifications   Recruitment Funding for Care 2025
    • Worcestershire County Council -  CQC Care Act Inspection Update Newsletter - December 2024
    • January Conference Exhibitor - Meet Ornamin

  • Latest Sector News & Updates
  • Upcoming Events/Webinars

     

WMCA Review of 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

Click below for a message from our CEO, Keiron Broadbent  as well as our review of the past year and our plans going forward into 2025.

2024 was certainly an eventful year from a political point of view and the sector continues has many challenges ahead.  Whatever happens, you can rest assured that WMCA is very much part of the conversation and we will do our best to ensure your voice is heard.


We hope you are looking forward to the festive break and wish you a new year that will  bring us more pleasant surprises than 2024. 

WMCA Christmas Office Opening Hours


  • Mon 23rd Dec open 9am-5pm
  • Christmas Eve open 9am-5pm
  • Christmas Day Closed
  • Boxing Day Closed
  • Friday 27th Dec open 10am-2pm
  • Mon 30th Dec open 10am-2pm
  • Tues 31st Dec open 10am-2pm
  • New Years Day Closed
    Normal working hours will resume from Thursday 2nd January.

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    Part of the winning Christmas display from Wychbury Care Home

    Seasonal Decorations Competition - Winner Announced!

    We had some amazing entries for this year's Seasonal Decorations Competition and it was difficult to pick a winner. In the end, we chose Wychbury Care Home in Stourbridge for their amazing festive display. As the winner, they receive a luxury hamper to share with staff and residents.


    Stay tuned for Jamie presenting Wychbury with their festive hamper in next weeks newsletter!


    Congratulations Wychbury!

    WMCA joins  LGA and other sector bodies in calling on the Government to invest in Adult Social Care

    Over 100 organisations have signed a public statement calling for the Government to work with the sector to mitigate the pressures on councils, providers and charities.


    Funding for adult social care is an investment in us all, not a cost.



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    A reminder that Biometric Residence Permits expire at the end of this year

    Biometric Residential Permits (BRP's) will be replaced with e-Visas at the end of 2024.

         

    Partner Updates

         

    Sector News

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

    • DHSC
    • CQC
    • Skills for Care
    • The Care Provider Alliance
    • And many, many more!

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    The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Care Homes

    19th December 2024

    2.00-3.00pm

    Virtual


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    The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

    24th December 2024

    10.00-11.00am

    Virtual

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    The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Care Homes

    2nd January 2025

    2.00-3.00pm

    Virtual

         

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