Home Care

Fight or Flight: A Poem on Children’s Courage In our social work daily practice, we frequently come across police reports detailing incidents within families that require our attention. One particular account that resonates deeply is the story of children who exhibit immense courage and resilience in the face of adversity. It is in these scenarios […]

Social Work England Consults on Best Interests Assessor Training Standards Social Work England, the regulatory body for social workers in England, is currently consulting on proposed standards for best interests assessor (BIA) training courses. This move comes after the government decided to delay the implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), which were supposed to

Seven lessons for practitioners from the review of children’s social care in Northern Ireland Are you a practitioner in the field of children’s social care? If so, there are valuable lessons to be learned from the recently published review of children’s social care services in Northern Ireland. As an independent reviewer, I had the privilege

Inspectors to Investigate Response to Serious Youth Violence In an effort to combat the growing issue of serious youth violence, inspectors are set to probe agencies’ responses to this pressing concern. This initiative comes as part of the joint targeted area inspections (JTAIs), whereby inspectors will visit various areas to assess the effectiveness of youth

Top Ten Tips When Working with Adults Who Hoard Hoarding is a complex issue that affects many adults across diverse backgrounds. It’s not just about having a messy house or keeping too many things; it’s a deep-rooted psychological challenge that requires empathy, understanding, and support to overcome. If you’re a professional or someone who works

Children’s Improvement Partner: Supporting Children’s Development and Well-being In today’s fast-paced world, parents and caregivers constantly strive to provide the best possible opportunities for their children’s growth and development. The journey of raising happy, healthy, and well-rounded individuals is undoubtedly a challenging one. Luckily, there are organizations like Children’s Improvement Partner that are dedicated to

Failing Council Adults’ Services Will Not Be Turned Over to Independent Trusts It’s a situation that many of us dread: the thought of our parents or loved ones in need of support and care, only to find that the council adults’ services responsible for providing that care are failing. But fear not, as the government

Image Source: FreeImages Finding the right care for your loved ones is a top priority. You want to ensure that they receive the perfect quality care in the comfort of their own home. Home care is a solution that provides personalized assistance and support for individuals who need help with daily activities but prefer to