Thank you for continuing to report potential outbreaks of infection to the Health Protection Team. Over the last week we have noted a higher number of respiratory outbreaks being reported (18 current respiratory outbreaks in Hertfordshire care homes on 13th January...

As you may be aware, Hertfordshire Equipment Service (HES) is preparing to roll-out a new policy on the prescription of equipment.  The new policy will outline what equipment will be available and how it will be authorised and provided. As this is likely to affect...

Please read below for the full letter from HCC regarding FNC changes: Dear Colleague, Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) is one of the very few local authorities who continue to pay residential providers net of the client contribution.  This means that the provider...

Need help with your finances? HCPA have partnered with HCC to offer Fully Funded finance clinics to HCPA members who contract with the council, every month. The finance clinics will offer you the opportunity to discuss any queries you have about the contract or...

The next year will see big challenges in the care sector, but HCPA are here to help wherever possible with support and guidance, access to resources and lower cost services, recruitment, training courses and events. Our next Members Network Event on Tuesday 31st...

Care recruitment is a well covered topic when it comes to care sector issues, but with a New Year upon us January is a popular time for candidates to start a new job search. At HCPA, we know that recruitment can be time consuming and costly, so we launched Herts Good...

As you are aware, all over 65s “at risk of flu” are eligible for a Fully Funded flu vaccine.  Most under 65s who are in care homes would be in an “at risk” category, and all people with learning disabilities are eligible for the flu vaccine. Hopefully, by this point...