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Introducing “Behavioural Expressions of Need”: Why Language Matters in Dementia Care

by Hannah | 15/04/2026 | Dementia Care, News

Language has always played a powerful role in how we understand and support people living with dementia. Over the years, many terms have been used to describe a person’s experience — and too often, those terms have carried negative or stigmatizing connotations....

CQC publishes research on good practice for Dementia Care

by Hannah | 15/04/2026 | CQC, Dementia Care, HCPA Services, Training

With ever growing dementia care needs, the CQC report highlights the good practice taking place across Uk care organisations. The findings show that high‑quality dementia care is co‑produced with people and those who know them best, enabling meaningful social...

“Well‑Led” starts with confident performance management.

by Hannah | 14/04/2026 | CQC, Funding, HCPA Services, Training

CQC expects evidence of how leadership supports quality, staff wellbeing and continuous improvement. Regulation 17 means demonstrating strong oversight, timely support for staff, and a positive culture where learning and resilience are built into day‑to‑day practice,...

Use the Impartial Feedback Service to support your CQC Inspections

by Hannah | 08/04/2026 | HCPA Services, News

In a recent blog from CQC Prof Bola Owolabi CBE, Chief Inspector of Primary Care and Community Services, wrote about how CQC use feedback to improve care. As a Chief Inspector at the Care Quality Commission (CQC), I’m keenly aware of the importance of people’s...

Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) continues funding of up to £13.3 million for adult social care learning and development in financial year 2026/27

by Hannah | 08/04/2026 | DHSC, Funding, News

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has confirmed that the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) will continue in financial year 2026/27, with up to £10 million available to support eligible adult social care employers to invest in training...
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