Blogs
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Fair Pay Agreement: A Promising Step Forward for Adult Social Care
The UK Government has announced a landmark move to establish a Fair Pay Agreement specifically designed to support workers within…
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Access to Work: How Disabled People Are Being Held Back
Access to Work is a vital government scheme designed to support disabled people in employment by covering costs like workplace…
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Join the Movement: Help Shape a Life-Changing Tool for Greater Independence
At SIL (Services for Independent Living), we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with confidence, dignity, and independence—regardless of…
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The Future of Social Care – Spending Review
Sustaining the NHS Means Strengthening Social Care It is widely recognised that the sustainability of social care is not just…
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Care Recruitment – an industry on the brink
Overseas Care Recruitment Challenges Ahead A Short-Sighted Move? Why the Ban on Overseas Care Recruitment Could Cripple the Sector A…
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What to Do When the GP Surgery Is Closed
and it’s not an emergency When you or someone you care about isn’t feeling well, and your GP surgery is…
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The Mental Health of Carers: A Growing Concern
The Mental Health of Carers: A Growing Concern Last week marked National Carers Week, a time to honour the invaluable…
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What is a direct payment?
Understanding Direct Payments: Taking Control of Your Care When it comes to arranging support and care services, flexibility and…
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Men’s Health Week 2025
Men’s Health Week, running from 9th – 15th June, is a powerful annual campaign that shines a light on men’s…
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Dementia Action Week
Dementia Action Week: Raising Awareness of a Devasting Condition From the 19th to the 25th of May, Dementia Action Week…