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"The care my father has received is exceptional." Royal Star & Garter wins top award thanks to relatives' five star reviewsπŸ’™β­

https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/veterans-care-home-charity-wins-top-award-thanks-to-relatives-five-star-reviews/

10.03.2026 11:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Residents at #FriendsoftheElderly Luton Care Home Celebrate Time to Talk Day Unwinding and Chatting with their Beauty TherapistπŸ’™

πŸ”—https://ow.ly/WQU250Yq5I0

#FriendsoftheElderly #Socialcare #Forpeoplenotforprofit

09.03.2026 14:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œI am sure you join me in wishing Chris well in making the most of his retirement and welcome Robin into his new role.” Robin steps up as Oaklea Trust Board of Trustee changesπŸ’™

Read more at: https://ow.ly/opq350Yq56g

#SocialCare #OakleaTrust #Forpeoplenotforprofit

09.03.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who make up 80% of the adult social care workforceβ€”frontline staff, leaders, unpaid carers, and those receiving long‑term care. This #IWD2026, we honour their achievements and thank them for their vital contributions

08.03.2026 08:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Managers Conference 2026 is SOLD OUT!

πŸ”— https://ow.ly/SHxw50Yqb5C

We look forward to seeing all of our wonderful delegates, speakers and exhibitors on Monday and TuesdayπŸ’™

06.03.2026 15:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As #CovidDayofReflection approaches on 8th March here's a reminder of support & resources available. Our Care Provider Alliance webinar from 19th February is available to rewatch & there are downloadable resources to help you mark the day. Click here for more https://ow.ly/JJ9f50YpzoU

06.03.2026 14:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Multi-sensory Machine Making for Modern Care at Belong Crewe

Read more at: https://ow.ly/Vnft50Yq4Nw

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #Belong #Socialcare

06.03.2026 12:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join Nicola Payne and Beth Britton for MacIntyre's next Dementia Special Interest Group in March 2026 πŸ’™

https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/care-sector-news/dementia-special-interest-group-planning-for-the-future-with-a-learning-disability-and-dementia/

#SocialCare #Dementia

06.03.2026 11:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Leading Women in Care Awards 2026 Care Home Professional and HCI are inviting you to the second Leading Women in Care Awards, a celebration of female empowerment.

We are delighted to announce that Vic Rayner will be speaking at the Leading Women in Care Awards on Thursday 19th March, hosted by #CareHomeProfessional and #HomeCareInsight.

Learn more here: https://events.itppromedia.com/LeadingWomeninCareAwards2026

#InternationalWomensDay #SocialCare

06.03.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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"Baroness Casey has called time on decades of β€˜arm’s length’ attitudes to social care by both national government & the NHS" Read @vicrayner.bsky.social's statement following Baroness Louise Casey's speech on #ASC reform at @nuffieldtrust.org.uk Summit www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/ncf-press-re...

05.03.2026 17:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Residents and the Care Team at Friends of the Elderly’s Woking Care Home Surprise Each Other with Their Astonishing Life Stories - National Care Forum Β 

Residents and the care team at #FriendsoftheElderly Woking Home surprise each other with their astonishing life storiesπŸ’™

Read more at: https://ow.ly/4CRV50Youvj

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare

05.03.2026 15:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Millstream opening completes Trust's redevelopment of former chocolate factory - National Care Forum The St Monica Trust has officially opened Millstream, a new 44 apartment development offering independent living for older people at The Chocolate Quarter in

St Monica Trust has officially opened Millstream, a new 44 apartment development offering independent living for older people at The Chocolate Quarter in KeynshamπŸ’™

Read more at: https://ow.ly/CXzo50You3x

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare

05.03.2026 12:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨FULL CONFERENCE TICKETS NOW SOLD OUT🚨

Limited number of Day Delegate tickets available. Tickets include:

πŸ”ΉAccess to our full conference programme
πŸ”ΉExhibition entry
πŸ”ΉLunch and hot drinks throughout the day

🎟️£199+VAT

πŸ”— https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/events/managers-conference-2026/

05.03.2026 09:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#ChristiansinCare are providing free End of Life Care Training sessions delivered by an experienced palliative care nurseπŸ’™

Click to learn more: https://ow.ly/1bG050YouLu

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #PalliativeCare

05.03.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are delighted to announce that #DelphiCareSolutions is an exhibitor at the #ManagersConference26!

πŸ“…9th-10th March

Very limited availability on tickets! Register today at https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/events/managers-conference-2026/

Skills for care
#SocialCare #Managers #Careandsupport

04.03.2026 13:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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From a Winter Olympics interactive experience to St Patrick's Day Irish Dancing, there's lots coming up on Community Integrated Care's What To Do this March!πŸ’™βœ¨

Click to find out more πŸ‘‰ https://ow.ly/LC4v50YotRr

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare

04.03.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Childhood sweethearts celebrate diamond wedding anniversary at #RoyalStarandGarterπŸ’™πŸ’

Read more at: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/childhood-sweethearts-celebrate-diamond-wedding-anniversary-at-royal-star-garter/

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #Anniversary

03.03.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Last chance to register for the #ManagersConference26🚨

Don't miss out on this crucial learning networking opportunity for managers, deputy managers and aspiring managers!

Book day delegate tickets for just Β£199+VAT each!

πŸ”— https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/events/managers-conference-2026/

03.03.2026 13:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are delighted to announce that #Paragonskills is an exhibitor at the #ManagersConference26!πŸ’™

πŸ“…9th-10th March

Very limited availability on tickets! Register today at https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/events/managers-conference-2026/

Skills for care
#SocialCare #Managers #Careandsupport

03.03.2026 11:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our #notforprofit members, Somerset Care are celebrating their 35th anniversary year in style with recognition as a Top 20 Mid-Size Large Care Home Group by carehome.co.uk. Find out what this accolade means to them, residents & their families https://ow.ly/eVSr50YmkeK #forpeoplenotprofit

26.02.2026 10:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œCare workers received their lowest average percentage pay rise in six years, & experienced care workers earn barely more than new care workers; this is unsustainable. Urgent action is needed" @vicrayner.bsky.social responds to @skillsforcare.bsky.social's pay in #ASC report bit.ly/4se6fRu

25.02.2026 14:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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An attendee on our Care Technologist Training Programme has described the learning as giving her the 'confidence to lead'. Read here for insights into the training programme & its focus on enhancing lives through person-centred technology https://ow.ly/OMrr50YlPJ9 Skills for care

25.02.2026 12:59 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Elite Athletes Lead a Line-Up of Disability Accessible Experiences for Social Care on Community Integrated Care What to DoπŸ’™

Learn more at: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/elite-athletes-lead-a-line-up-of-disability-accessible-experiences-for-social-care/

#Forpeoplenotforprofit

25.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do you want to change the future of Adult Social Care? The Care Innovation Challenge is the perfect opportunity for you! Network, ideate and innovate your brilliant ideas to improve the future of social careπŸ’šβš‘

πŸ”— https://careinnovationhub.org.uk/challenge/

#Challenge #SocialCare #Innovation

24.02.2026 11:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Dimensions UK share an exciting opportunity for HR and L&D Professionals in Adult Social CareπŸ’™

Learn more at https://ow.ly/mqv150Yhx3O

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare

20.02.2026 13:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œMoving into a care home isn’t about leaving your old life behind, but continuing the things that bring you joy” Dorothy’s recipe stars in Sanctuary Care’s charity cookbookπŸ’™

https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/dorothys-recipe-stars-in-sanctuary-cares-charity-cookbook/

20.02.2026 10:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#FriendsoftheElderly residents celebrate National Chocolate Cake Day with a chocolate making classπŸ«πŸ’™

Read more at https://ow.ly/ijxS50YhvjY

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #Chocolate

19.02.2026 14:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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@brendoncare.bsky.social Patron HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh opens new Knightwood Community HubπŸ’™

Read more at https://ow.ly/Fxnw50Yf2xO

#Forpeoplenotforprofit #Brendoncare

18.02.2026 15:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're delighted to be announce that we will be attending Who Cares Wins, a national careers conference by #championingsocialcareπŸ’™

Visit the National Care Forum stand to play the Care Tech Challenge and learn more about our Care Technologist Programme!

#SocialCareCareers

18.02.2026 11:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We're delighted to be announce that we will be attending Who Cares Wins, a national careers conference by #championingsocialcareπŸ’™

Visit the National Care Forum stand to play the Care Tech Challenge and learn more about our Care Technologist Programme!

#WhoCaresWins #SocialCareCareers

18.02.2026 11:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0