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In 2023, a significant regulatory shift reshaped the landscape of supported accommodation for young people aged 16 to 17 in England.
The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 came into effect, placing the oversight of these services under the watchful eye of Ofsted.
This move marked...
As a potential provider looking to set up care services, understanding the distinctions between supported living and residential care is essential. This guide will help you decide which model aligns best with your goals and the needs of the individuals you plan to support.
What is Supported...
In recent developments, the government has introduced new regulations concerning the registration of Supported Accommodation providers with Ofsted, the non-ministerial department responsible for safeguarding the well-being of children and young people. These regulations specifically target...
What the statistics say
Healthcare all over the world has been severely impacted by the global pandemic, making it fragile and extremely vulnerable to meet the health needs of communities. Regulators have witnessed a serious shortfall of health professionals and are facing increasing challenges...
Health and social care tenders are on the rise in the UK as private care for the elderly people and other vulnerable groups is increasingly being shifted into the hands of private companies. Statistics reveal that in 2018 the public sector awarded a range of healthcare contracts amounting to more...
Ever heard of ‘invoice factoring’ and how it can assist your small business or start-up?
If not, don’t worry, you are not alone! The term is slowly gaining momentum in business circles as more businesses take advantage of this fast growing financial practice.
Often referred to...
The essence of why any entrepreneur requires a business plan is summed up in this quote by Benjamin Franklin who once said, "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail."
This assertion can further be illustrated by the following analogies which provide a clear understanding of what can happen...
The demand is overwhelming
The increasing demand for nurses continues to grow post the covid-19 and until the pandemic is fully under control the healthcare sector will be under pressure to provide quality nursing services.
Too many nurses are retiring, and too few are entering the profession and...
Diving in head first is not an option if you want to start and run a successful healthcare business. This does not mean starting a healthcare business is not a good idea, in fact the healthcare sector offers huge potential and numerous business options. Coronavirus has highlighted the need...
The Homecare industry has undergone significant change due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 2020 saw numerous reports of staff shortages in the Home care industry and more strain being placed on them and the NHS as elderly people suffer falls and require care for all aspects of ageing, from mobility to...