Black History Month
Last night we attended a University of the West of England BDAS talk for Black History Month. So much to take away about allyship. Teaching and coaching this at work, …
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How to Reduce Loneliness and Isolation in Older Adults: 9 Practical Tips That Really Help
According to Age UK, almost one million older people report feeling lonely on a regular basis. But loneliness is more than a feeling – it’s also a health risk. For …
Glimpsing 10 Years into the Future: Reimagining UK Social Care
The UK’s social care landscape stands at a crossroads. With an ageing population, rising complexity of needs and growing public awareness of care inequalities, the next 5-10 years will be …
A Practical Guide to Choosing a Home Carer
Once your or your loved one’s care needs have been assessed and the financial arrangements agreed, you may decide to choose and arrange your own home care rather than have …
Beyond Inspection: My Journey as a Social Care Consultant
What does it really mean to support quality in social care? In this week’s blog, Sarah Okoro shares her experiences as a social care consultant and managing director of Vivacity …
Our Promise: Care with Dignity
Delivering care with dignity means going beyond treatment plans and daily routines. It means creating an environment where individuals feel respected, safe and heard no matter their age, background or …
How Growing Care Demands Impact Care Providers
As demand for social and healthcare support rises rapidly across the UK, local authorities are under increasing pressure to respond not just with more funding, but with strategy, partnerships, innovation …
How to Get a Social Care Assessment in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you or someone you care for struggles with tasks such as washing, dressing, managing medication, or preparing meals, you may be eligible for a social care needs assessment. This …
World Alzheimer’s Month: Raising Awareness, Inspiring Action
In this blog, we explore what Alzheimer’s disease is, why World Alzheimer’s Month matters, and how together we can make a difference. September marks World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign …
Growing Together: Learning from the Deafblind Community
In this post, our CEO Edirin Okoro shares his experience of working with the deafblind community and the impact of this both at a personal level and on how it …