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DBS Fees Change
Updates to the prices of DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) checks On 15th July 2019, the DBS laid secondary legislation before Parliament to reduce fees with effect from 1st October 2019. The key changes are as follows: Type of DBS check Current fee Fee from 1st...
A National Recruitment Campaign Returns
Launched in October by the Department of Health and Social Care to help close the vacancy gap This October, the Department of Health and Social Care will launch the second phase of the national adult care recruitment campaign. Developed in response to the sector’s...
Fire Safety Study Day | 22nd October 2019
Back by popular demand! Morning & afternoon sessions now available Fire Safety study day details This fully funded study day will cover management responsibilities, relevant legislation, policies and responsibilities to ensure compliance with all...
Housing Related Support: Accommodation Based Support
A tender opportunity from Essex County Council Essex County Council is seeking to secure the provision of accommodation based services for Single Homeless Adults and Families to work collaboratively across Essex to enable vulnerable people aged 18 and above to gain or...
The Importance of StopFalls Identification, Prevention & Intervention
HCPA’s StopFalls Education & Training With a sharp increase in the number of falls experienced by those aged over 65 in the last 20 years, HCPA runs StopFalls Education and Training throughout the year that helps you identify falls risks and offers practical...
Fire Safety study day | 22nd October 2019
Important Management Responsibilities Fire Safety study day details This fully funded study day will cover management responsibilities, relevant legislation, policies and responsibilities to ensure compliance with all legislation relating to fire safety. This...
IDDSI Training Assurance for Care Homes
The implementation of the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) in Care Homes One of the most common treatments for dysphagia is the provision of texture-modified food and thickened liquids. To improve patient safety, a standardised...