Scottish Care

National Minimum Wage: Care at Home Webinar – 10 Oct 2024
2024-10-10 14:00 - 14:30 (Europe/London)
National Minimum Wage: Care at Home Webinar – Key risks and considerations for employers
Thursday 10 October 2024
2:00 pm
Microsoft Teams
In this session, Scottish Care will be joined by National Minimum Wage expert Gary Henderson (EY) as we discuss some of the most common NMW risks and issues facing Care at Home providers.
Gary has worked in the world of NMW for ten years – first as part of HMRCs NMW compliance teams, and now in supporting employers as part of EY’s NMW specialist team. In that time, he’s been involved in several projects and investigations across the care sector.
In this webinar – we will look at HMRCs current NMW enforcement activity and what to look out for with a new government and a new enforcement body on the horizon . He will also cover some of the common reasons for NMW breach in the sector – and what actions employers can take to improve NMW controls and compliance.
Please note that this webinar is open to both Scottish Care members and non-members. Registration for this webinar is required. Please register using the link below.
Register for this webinar here

Scottish Care Surgery – 8 October 2024
2024-10-08 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 8 October, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Partners for Integration Event – 8 October 2024
2024-10-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Renfield Centre, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Invitation to “Influencing Change: Inform, Collaborate, Innovate” Event – 8th October 2024
Dear colleague,
We are excited to invite you to the Influencing Change: Inform, Collaborate, Innovate event, hosted by Scottish Care’s Partners for Integration team.
This event will take place on 8th October 2024, from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, at the Renfield Centre in Glasgow (G2 4JP).
It’s a chance for you to see first-hand the impact and value our team brings to Health and Social Care Partnerships (HSCPs) across Scotland.
The day will showcase how the PFI team fosters collaboration and drives innovation in care by building strong relationships with key stakeholders, supporting improvement programs, and contributing to strategic planning.
You’ll hear from our team and their partners about some of the exciting projects they’ve worked on together and how this collaboration benefits people accessing care, as well as colleagues in HSCPs and independent care providers.
We’d love for you to join us in celebrating the positive influence of integration and to learn more about how we can support your area.
Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/influencing-change-inform-collaborate-innovate-tickets-1010530874047?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Partners Event 2024 Programme V3

Frontline Worker Effective Voice Event – 1 October 2024
2024-10-01 09:30 - 15:30
Workforce Matters Effective Voice Event Programme 01.10.24
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Find out more and register on: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/empowering-voices-amplifying-the-social-care-workforce-tickets-1000578596517

Scottish Care Surgery – 24 September 2024
2024-09-24 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 24 September 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery – 10 September 2024
2024-09-10 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 10 September 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Social Care Nursing Conference 2024 – 4 September
2024-09-04 09:30 - 15:00 | St Paul’s & St George’s (Ps&Gs), 46 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3HP, United Kingdom
The 2024 Social Care Nursing Conference, titled ‘Focused on the Future Social Care Nursing’ will be taking place on Wednesday 4 September 2024 at St Paul’s & St George’s (Ps&Gs), 46 York Place, EH1 3HP in Edinburgh.

This is open to any nurses working in social care or supporting social care. Attendees will get to hear from a number of keynote speakers and choose from different breakout sessions, more information on the programme will be available over the next two weeks.
The conference programme is available here. We have now reached capacity for this conference! If you are interested in attending, please complete the reserve list form on the link above and we will contact you if anyone cancels their registration.

Scottish Care AGM 2024
2024-09-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Renfield Centre, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Please note that the next Scottish Care AGM will take place on:
Monday 2nd September 2024 – 1pm
Renfield St. Stephens Church, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JP
Refreshments available, more details to follow.

Scottish Care Surgery – 27 August 2024
2024-08-27 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 27 August 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery – 13 August 2024
2024-08-13 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 30 July 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Ethical Commissioning Workshop – Redistribution
2024-07-31 10:00 - 16:00 | The studio, 67 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6AE
Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector – Redistribution
Glasgow – Wednesday 31 July 2024 – 10am – 4pm
Our final major workshop will explore the necessary redistribution of power and resources across the social care sector, to effectively implement ethical commissioning.
Given rising demand and falling resource, how can independent providers be supported to maintain their provision of commissioned care across their communities?
Join us to learn from, and share your experiences with, expert stakeholders involved in the commissioning of care services across Scotland, focusing on the following ethical commissioning principles:

Financial transparency, sustainable pricing and commercial viability
Climate change and the circular economy
Shared Accountability

Tickets for this event are free of charge through Eventbrite, and will include a complimentary lunch, alongside teas/coffees and other snacks.
Do inform us if you have any dietary and/or other requirements.

Scottish Care Surgery - 30 July 2024
2024-07-30 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 30 July 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
We will use part of this surgery for members to discuss the National Care Service Stage 2 Bill.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Winter Plan & Surge Planning Webinar with Scottish Government - 25 July
2024-07-25 10:00 - 11:00
Dear Members,
The Scottish Government are carrying out engagement activity in relation to the winter plan 2024 and surge planning activity, and would like to hear from you in a webinar on:
Thursday 25 July 2024
10:00 – 11:00 am
This will be held on Microsoft Teams. Please register for this session on the Members Area.
The questions below will form the structure of the meeting. We will provide you with an opportunity to discuss the implications for social work and social care.

Thinking about the winter plan 2023/24

What do you think worked well and should be retained?
What do you think was missing from the plan?

Thinking about the winter plan for 2024/25

What do you want to see included in the plan?
What do you think should be done differently this year?
How could we improve the communications around the winter plan?

Thinking about ongoing surge planning, preparing for year round surge pressures

What are the critical functions in social care that you think should be protected?
What interventions do you think should be considered locally to manage pressure periods?
What national interventions do you think should be considered to help the system manage periods of peak pressure?

National Care Service Stage 2 Bill Webinar - 17.07.24
2024-07-17 09:00 - 10:00
Opportunity to influence the National Care Service.
Scottish Care is actively engaged in responding to the proposed Scottish Government Stage 2 amendments to the National Care Service (Scotland) Bill. The National Care Service has the potential to improve care and support for all of us, but we are still on the journey to getting it right. As part of this process, we need to gather input from our members to ensure our response is comprehensive and representative.
To update you on the latest developments and gather your valuable feedback, we are hosting a webinar on:
Wednesday 17 July 2024
9:00 am – 10:00 am
This webinar will provide an overview of the status of the Bill, outline the proposed amendments, and discuss our potential strategies, which may include campaigning, media engagement, and lobbying specific politicians. We anticipate that Scottish Care may be called to give evidence to the Health and Sport Committee, making your input even more crucial.
Please register for the webinar on the Members Area.
Your participation is vital to ensure we present a united and informed response through the formal Parliamentary process. This is also an excellent opportunity for you to voice your concerns, suggestions, and support for our collective approach.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement, we look forward to welcoming you on the webinar.

Scottish Care Surgery - 16 July 2024
2024-07-16 08:00 - 17:00
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 16 July 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery - 2 July 2024
2024-07-02 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 2 July 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Care Home Open Week - 24 - 30 June 2024
2024-06-24 00:00 - 2024-06-30 23:30
Care Open Open Week is returning for 2024 on the 24th to the 30th of June, this is a vibrant celebration organised by Championing Social Care. This special week, dedicated to care homes across the UK, offers a unique opportunity to connect with and appreciate the incredible work being done in the social care sector.
Care Home Open Week is a nationwide event designed to strengthen the bond between care homes and their local communities. This week-long celebration aims to showcase the outstanding contributions of care homes and the compassionate professionals who work tirelessly to support their residents. The initiative highlights the vital role care homes play in providing a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for some of the most vulnerable members of our society.
Care homes are more than just places of residence; they are communities where individuals receive personalised care, build friendships, and enjoy enriching activities. Care Home Open Week shines a light on these vibrant communities and the positive impact they have on residents’ lives. It is an opportunity for the public to learn about the diverse services provided, from medical and personal care to social and recreational activities.
During Care Home Open Week, care homes across the country will open their doors to the public, offering a variety of activities and events. Whether you’re interested in a guided tour, participating in a fun event, or simply meeting the dedicated staff and residents, there is something for everyone. This is your chance to see first hand the compassionate care, innovative programmes, and community spirit that define our care homes.
We invite you to join in celebrating Care Home Open Week. Together, we can honour the dedication of care home staff, recognise the unique and valuable experiences of residents, and strengthen the connections within our communities.
For more information about Care Home Open Week and how you can participate, please visit Championing Social Care’s website.

Scottish Care Surgery - 18 June 2024
2024-06-18 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 18 June 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery - 4 June 2024
2024-06-04 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 4 June 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery - 21 May 2024
2024-05-21 11:00 - 11:30
We are reinstating our Members Surgeries every second Tuesday at 11:00am. There will be one scheduled on:
Tuesday 21 May 2024, 11:00 am.
These sessions will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Care at Home & Housing Support Awards 2024
2024-05-17 18:00 - 23:30 | Radisson Blu, 301 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G2 8DL
This prestigious event offers a great opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments of our dedicated homecare workforce and supported individuals.
Scottish Care will host the awards ceremony, for the 18th consecutive year on Friday 17th May 2024 at Radisson Blu, Glasgow, with Michelle McManus and our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill as co-hosts.

Care at Home & Housing Support Conference & Exhibition 2024
2024-05-17 09:00 - 15:30 | Radisson Blu, 301 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G2 8DL
‘Care Revolution – Time to Act’
Scottish Care will be hosting this year’s National Care at Home & Housing Support Conference & Exhibition on Friday 17 May 2024 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow.
Tickets are now available for this event, please scroll down to purchase your ticket! Ticket rates are as follows:
Standard members – £70+VAT (£84)
Standard non-members – £130+VAT (£156)
Find out more about the conference and see the event programme here.
Be part of this unmissable event at such a critical time and book your tickets below.

Workshop: Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector – Respect
2024-04-19 10:30 - 16:30
Tickets are now available for the first two workshops of our three-part series entitled ‘Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector: Rights, Respect & Redistribution’. Join us to learn from, and share your experiences with, expert stakeholders involved in the commissioning of care services across Scotland.
Our second session in Edinburgh is on the 19th of April, exploring the practice of achieving the cultural change required to commission co-produced social care, with a specific focus on fair working practices and innovation.
This will be held at the Radisson Blu Hotel Edinburgh, from 10:30 am – 4:00 pm. You can book your place to this workshop here.
Complimentary spaces for both events are available through Eventbrite, please follow the link for further details.

Scottish Care Surgery - 18 April 2024
2024-04-18 11:00 - 11:30
We have a Scottish Care surgery for members scheduled for
Thursday 18 April, 11:00 am.
Please note change in day and time for this surgery session.
This session will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and our Joint National Lead for Partners for Integration, Janice Cameron.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Scottish Care Surgery - 28 March 2024
2024-03-28 14:00 - 14:30
We have a Scottish Care surgery for members scheduled for
Thursday 28 March, 2:00 pm.
Please note change in day and time for this surgery session.
This session will be hosted by our Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge and our Workforce Policy & Practice Lead, Caroline Deane.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Workshop Invitation: Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector - A Rural Perspective
2024-03-27 14:00 - 16:30 | Inverness Creative Academy, Midmills Bldg, Stephen's St, Inverness, IV2 3JP, United Kingdom
How can ethical commissioning support the unique care needs of rural communities?
Scottish Care members and other interested stakeholders are invited to a bespoke workshop session on 27 March 2024, from 14:00 – 16:30, at the Inverness Creative Academy.
As part of a roundtable and Q & A session, you are invited to learn from and share your experiences with expert local stakeholders from NHS Highland and Scottish Care, on:

Barriers and levels to care delivery within rural and island communities
Cases of good commissioning practice across the locality
Ways to support the ongoing participation of rural/highland communities within the NCS/commissioning discussion

Spaces are available to book, free of charge, through Eventbrite.
The session will come with teas, coffees and snacks, and do let us know us any dietary and/or accessibility requirements.

Scottish Care Surgery - 14 March 2024
2024-03-14 13:00 - 13:30
We have a Scottish Care surgery for members scheduled for
Thursday 14 March, 1:00 pm.
Please note change in day and time for this surgery session.
This session will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and our Deputy CEO, Karen Hedge.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

Workshop: Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector - Rights
2024-03-11 10:30 - 16:00
Tickets are now available for the first two workshops of our three-part series entitled ‘Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector: Rights, Respect & Redistribution’. Join us to learn from, and share your experiences with, expert stakeholders involved in the commissioning of care services across Scotland.
Our first session in Aberdeen is on the 11th of March, exploring the best practice of commissioning right-based care with a focus on involving people with lived experience and delivering person-led care.
This will be held at the Mercure Aberdeen, from 10:30 am – 4:00 pm. You can book your place to this workshop here.
Complimentary spaces for both events are available through Eventbrite, please follow the link for further details.

Scottish Care Surgery - 28 February 2024
2024-02-28 11:00 - 11:30
We have a Scottish Care surgery for members scheduled for
Wednesday 28 February, 11:00 am.
Please note change in day and time for this surgery session.
This session will be hosted by our CEO, Dr Donald Macaskill and our Technology and Digital Innovation Lead, Nicola Cooper.
These sessions are for all Scottish Care members – both care home and homecare sector.

Join us for your opportunity to ask any questions or raise any concerns you may have.

Details to join this session will be available on the Members Area.

STV Expert Voices Media Training for Women Members
2024-02-26 11:00 - 13:00
Calling all women members.

We are working with STV and their Expert Voices team to organise a free, in-person media training event, so please mark Monday 26th February, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm in your calendars.
The STV Expert Voices initiative is designed to increase diversity and representation in the media, providing media training to expert women, with the aim to improve gender equality in the news.
We are looking for around 50 members to attend this event which will be held at STV studios in Glasgow. The Expert Voices team will walk through the ins and outs of media training – from breaking down how an interview would work, how it is edited, and sharing some tips and dos and don’ts – this free event is open to all women members of Scottish Care but numbers are limited so save the date and register your interest on the Members Area of this website.
