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Dive into our collection of blogs and articles where you'll find top tips, insights from others working in the sector, and round-ups of our key resources.

Whether you're looking for practical advice, industry trends, or expert opinions, our content is designed to support and inspire you in your role.

Stay informed and discover valuable information to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities in the social care sector.

If you’d be interested in writing a blog or being interviewed for one our pieces please email Catriona.Wilson@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


Why training and development matters in self-directed support

20 Feb 2026 Jacqui Darlington and Isaac Samuels

In this week's #GoodNewsFriday we hear some real examples of the positive impact of learning and development for personal assistants. read more

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20 Feb 2026 Jacqui Darlington and Isaac Samuels

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In this week's #GoodNewsFriday we hear some real examples of the positive impact of learning and development for personal assistants. read more

Good news story

Individual employers

Learning and development

Celebrating National Apprenticeships Week 2026

13 Feb 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

It’s Good News Friday and this week we’re celebrating apprenticeships in honour of National Apprenticeship Week 2026. read more

Nigel Taylor

13 Feb 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Nigel Taylor

It’s Good News Friday and this week we’re celebrating apprenticeships in honour of National Apprenticeship Week 2026. read more

Apprenticeships

Good news story

Learning and development

How the SC-WRES is driving positive change for all

06 Feb 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This Race Equality Week we spoke to organisations using the SC-WRES about how it’s driving positive change for all. read more

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06 Feb 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Three people having a meeting

This Race Equality Week we spoke to organisations using the SC-WRES about how it’s driving positive change for all. read more

Culture and diversity

Good news story

Social work

Borough Care celebrates being named one of best places to work for women

30 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear from Borough Care about their pride in being named one of the best places to work for women. read more

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30 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

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This #GoodNewsFriday we hear from Borough Care about their pride in being named one of the best places to work for women. read more

Good news story

Awards open for innovation in disability support

16 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Entries are now open for the EASPD Innovation Awards 2026, celebrating innovation across organisations supporting people with a disability. read more

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16 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

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Entries are now open for the EASPD Innovation Awards 2026, celebrating innovation across organisations supporting people with a disability. read more

Good news story

Learning disabilities and autism

Care providers share their Christmas celebrations

09 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday a number of care providers have shared with us how they spent the festive period. read more

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09 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

santa visit

This #GoodNewsFriday a number of care providers have shared with us how they spent the festive period. read more

Good news story

Care group raises money for charity with football league sponsorship

02 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how homecare provider CCH Group has helped raise £40,000 for charities by sponsoring a grassroots football league made up…read more

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02 Jan 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

football team charity

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how homecare provider CCH Group has helped raise £40,000 for charities by sponsoring a grassroots football league made up…read more

Good news story

Bride surprises grandmother at care home on her wedding day

19 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how a bride surprised her grandmother at Mossdale Residence on her wedding day. read more

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19 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

wedding visit

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how a bride surprised her grandmother at Mossdale Residence on her wedding day. read more

Good news story

Care provider sees 60% uptake for staff flu jab with successful incentive

12 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how Charlotte Straker House encouraged 60% of staff to get their flu jab this winter with a creative incentive. read more

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12 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

flu jab photo

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear how Charlotte Straker House encouraged 60% of staff to get their flu jab this winter with a creative incentive. read more

Good news story

Spellman Care’s Adopt a grand friend scheme forges connections across generations

05 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about the success of Spellman Care’s ‘Adopt a grand-friend’ scheme. read more

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05 Dec 2025 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

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This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about the success of Spellman Care’s ‘Adopt a grand-friend’ scheme. read more

Good news story