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Are you cyber resilient? Would you know how to respond to a cyber-attack?
Cyber security incidents are a common threat. The 2024 National Cyber Security Breaches Survey found that half of businesses had a cyber security breach or attack in the last year. Social care providers are not immune from cyber-attacks and are just as likely to...
Prevent – Updated National Referral Form
As some of you will be aware, HCC have been working on an MAPB action to ensure there is a 3-way referral pathway for Prevent referrals in Hertfordshire. In partnership with CTP they have been successful in setting this up. This means that Prevent referrals using the...
Key Updates and Insights: The Care Certificate
With the introduction of the Care Workforce Pathway, significant updates have been made to induction training. These changes emphasise the importance of robust, adaptable training that cater to the specific needs of individual services.HCPA offers a Care...
Burnout: The Unseen Crisis Facing Social Care Leadership
At HCPA, we have the unique position of being a bridge between Care Providers and local authorities. This allows us to see first hand the challenges our Care Provider members face on a daily basis. One growing trend, however, is particularly concerning, and if left...
NHSmail account validation security questions changes
You know that all care providers need NHSmail. It’s our sector’s way of sending personal data securely, Many hospitals will no longer share discharge documents without an NHSmail address. NHSmail is freely available to CQC registered care services. How to create an...
Professionals’ referral pathway
Are you supporting someone with urgent need for a white good? Hertfordshire Community Navigation Service (HCNS) are now providing white good support for residents in need. You can apply for white goods if you: don’t have enough money to meet your or...
Non-safeguarding medication error reporting form updated
In collaboration with HCC and ICB Pharmacy colleagues, the non-safeguarding medication error reporting form has recently been updated to capture more detailed information The updated reporting form for non-safeguarding medication errors in Hertfordshire is...