Scottish Care Consultation on the Scottish Government Response to the Introduction of the UK Apprenticeship Levy
In July 2015 the UK Government announced its plans to introduce a UK wide Apprenticeship Levy from April 2017.
This consultation sought views on options for the use of Apprenticeship Levy funding being transferred to the Scottish Government.
Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 – how will this affect your way of working?
Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 – how will this affect your way of working?
The Scottish Government want to hear your views.
Palliative and end of life care workforce survey NES SSSC
As part of the Strategic Framework for Action for Palliative and End of Life Care, NHS Education for Scotland (NES) and the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) were asked to develop an education and development framework.
URGENT – CAH & HSS PROVIDER MEETING
We are now just a month away from the implementation of the Living Wage for frontline care staff in care at home and housing support services.
National Care Home Contract Reform : Results of Independent Sector Provider Survey July 2016
National Care Home Contract Reform : Results of Independent Sector Provider Survey July 2016 Download Report The input of providers to the Reform of the National Care Home Contract […]
Care Home Open Day Report
Care Home Open Day was held across the country on Friday 17th June. Scottish Care is keen to develop a whole week to celebrate Care Homes next year. Find out more about how you can take part here.
Back to the Future ; staying where we are is not an option.
Ranald Mair shares his reflections on the National Care Home Contract and the ever changing nature of the sector.
Scottish Care Awards
Scottish Care’s Annual Care Home Awards is an opportunity to recognise the tremendous work undertaken by organisations and staff who work in residential care and nursing home services. This is a chance to highlight the skills, dedication and abilities of the many talented individuals and organisations who are dedicated to making life better for people and in supporting them achieve their fullest potential.
Book now for Care Home Conference 2016
The theme of the 17th annual Care Home Conference is “Care Homes at the Heart”. View the programme and book places now
Learning Disability Statistics Scotland 2015 report
The Learning Disability Statistics Scotland 2015 report has now been published by the Scottish Commission for Learning Disability (SCLD).
Attending to care: a summer reflection
Dr Macaskill shares his reflections on what care could be like if we permit attention and not just action
Take part in Scottish Care nursing research
Scottish Care is seeking front line nurses to take part in the next stage of our Voices from the Front Line research.
Arts in Care resource launched for care homes
Scottish Care in partnership with the Care Inspectorate and Luminate was involved in the development of brand new resource to support older people in care homes across the country to enjoy and participate in the creative arts.
Shining the light on SDS
The worst secrets are truths not shared. A blog on SDS and related matters by CEO Dr Donald Macaskill.
Report on the 2016 Scottish Care at Home Awards
A report on the 2016 Scottish Care at Home Awards
Innovation at the heart
Margaret McKeith, National Lead for Partners for Integration, details plans to share learning and promote good practice within the independent sector
End of Life & Palliative Care resources
Scottish Care has been invited to participate in the development of end of life and palliative care learning and educational material
Scottish Care Front Line Support Worker Strategy Forum
Read how Scottish Care is progressing recommendations from our Voices from the Front Line report
Stroke education survey for care managers
Take part in this short survey to identify training needs related to stroke care