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This week...


  • Excellence in Care Awards - nominations close on 19th July!
  • Ally Cares and West Midlands Care Association Announce Exciting New Partnership
  • IHSCM:-
    • Leadership Training - 18th September
    • Showcase Events in July
    • June Hub Newsletter
  • Skills for Care - Workforce Strategy for Adult Social Care Launch - 18th July
  • FREE International Recruitment Legal & HR Support Extended
  • Citation: How to Manage Holiday Leave this Summer
  • WMCA News & Updates

  • Upcoming Events/Webinars & Training

     

Excellence in Care Awards 2024

Nominations close on 19th July!

Friday 25th October 2024

6.30-11pm

The Copthorne Hotel, Merry Hill



The closing date for nominations is fast approaching and 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 a number of categories as follows :-


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


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


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

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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.

     

Ally Cares and WMCA Announce Exciting New Partnership

We are thrilled to announce a new and dynamic partnership between Ally Cares and the West Midlands Care Association (WMCA). This collaboration aims to bring cutting-edge technology to care homes in the West Midlands, enhancing resident safety, independence, and overall well-being.


Ally Cares is the UK's leading provider of evidence-based AI Resident Monitoring Systems, dedicated to transforming the lives of care home residents. Their mission is to revolutionise care home operations by providing advanced technology that ensures better, more dignified care. Their innovative solutions are designed to enhance the quality of care, reduce risks, and promote the independence and privacy of residents.

     

IHSCM Leadership Team Training Event

18th September 2024

10am-4pm

The Portway Lifestyle Centre


This is an interactive and practical session that will engage and inspire all levels of managers in health and social care.


Lunch and refreshments are provided.


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IHSCM Showcase Events

We have been advised of a couple of IHSCM Events coming up in July that may be of interest to you/your staff. Attendance is FREE to those who have signed up for their individual IHSCM membership.


  • IHSCM Workshop: Consultative Sales in Care - 9th July
  • IHSCM Showcase: Simulating Success: Integrating Human Factors for Enhanced Patient Safety - 15th July

IHSCM June Hub Newsletter

The IHSCM June HUB Update is now available.


It includes details about Membership of the IHSCM as well as details of their  newest courses and information on their High Performance Leadership Framework.

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Launch of the new Workforce Strategy for Adult Social Care

Thursday 18th July

10.15-11.30am


Skills for Care has been leading the development of this Workforce Strategy, working in collaboration with a wide range of organisations and people with a stake in the future of the adult social care sector. The Strategy identifies the workforce needed over the next 15 years and sets out a plan for ensuring the sector has enough of the right people with the right skills. It will help employers and commissioners with workforce planning, support the reform agenda and complement the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan.

     

FREE International Recruitment Legal & HR Support Extended

For the past six months, West Midlands Employers and WM-ADASS have worked in partnership with Lester Aldridge Solicitors to offer free Legal and HR support through their helpline and webinars. These are designed to help West Midlands Care Providers and Local Authorities with international recruitment.

 

Originally set to end in June, the helpline will now remain open until September 2024. You can contact the team with any questions.

 

30 minutes FREE Legal & HR Advice until September 2024: 01202 786107

 

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How to Manage Staff Holiday Leave this Summer

Get ready for a busy summer! With the Euros and Olympics coming up, holiday requests are sure to pile up. Stay ahead and ensure a smooth season with our Partner, Citation's guide to managing annual leave. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about handling holiday leave and entitlement, calculating holiday allowance for part-time employees, understanding accrued leave, and rules for carrying holidays forward.

     

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

2 July 2024

10-11am

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Digital Surgery

3 July 2024

10-11am

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Registered Managers, Deputies & Seniors CPD Conference


4 July 2024

9.30am-3pm

Portway Lifestyle Centre

Oldbury, B69 1HE


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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

9 July 2024

10-11am


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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Care Homes

11 July 2024

2-3pm
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The DSPT and Data Protection in General for Home Care

16 July 2024

10-11am

     

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