National Care Forum
@ncfcareforum.bsky.social
UK's leading voice for not for profit care & support providers. Follow https://bsky.app/profile/vicrayner.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/ncfliz.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/pixelatednathan.bsky.social https://x.com/NCFCareForum
Yesterday we joined members of @csalliance.bsky.social including our members MHA & delivered a strong message to the #Chancellor, a red box filled filled with stories from older people, disabled people & unpaid carers whose lives all depend on social care & support #AutumnBudget #FiguresThatMatter
November 25, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Yesterday we joined members of @csalliance.bsky.social including our members MHA & delivered a strong message to the #Chancellor, a red box filled filled with stories from older people, disabled people & unpaid carers whose lives all depend on social care & support #AutumnBudget #FiguresThatMatter
This week we took a stand. As members of the Care and Support Alliance we delivered a box full of stories from real people impacted by social care, and asked the Chancellor not to forget the real figures that matter in her Budget. #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/f2WW50XsLGN
November 25, 2025 at 12:05 PM
This week we took a stand. As members of the Care and Support Alliance we delivered a box full of stories from real people impacted by social care, and asked the Chancellor not to forget the real figures that matter in her Budget. #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/f2WW50XsLGN
Download 'Discovering Our Digital Potential' for insights from local care & support providers who are part of the #ASCTestbed we're delivering with University of Liverpool Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) for #LiverpoolCityRegion https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/adult-social-care-testbed/
November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Download 'Discovering Our Digital Potential' for insights from local care & support providers who are part of the #ASCTestbed we're delivering with University of Liverpool Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) for #LiverpoolCityRegion https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/adult-social-care-testbed/
As the Chancellor prepares her red budget box, we’re joining the Care and Support Alliance and delivering ours - filled with the voices of people whose lives depend on social care. This Budget must work for all of us. #FiguresThatMatter https://careandsupportalliance.com/figures-that-matter/
November 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
As the Chancellor prepares her red budget box, we’re joining the Care and Support Alliance and delivering ours - filled with the voices of people whose lives depend on social care. This Budget must work for all of us. #FiguresThatMatter https://careandsupportalliance.com/figures-that-matter/
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
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'They did not scrutinise sufficiently seriously its wider societal, workforce & economic impacts, in particular, the impact on the vulnerable & disadvantaged & impact of school closures on children’s education & their physical & mental health.'
2nd Report - covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry...
2nd Report - covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry...
November 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
'They did not scrutinise sufficiently seriously its wider societal, workforce & economic impacts, in particular, the impact on the vulnerable & disadvantaged & impact of school closures on children’s education & their physical & mental health.'
2nd Report - covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry...
2nd Report - covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry...
Read @vicrayner.bsky.social's response to the #CovidInquiry Module 2 findings that government response to the pandemic was 'too little, too late', www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/ncf-press-re...
November 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Read @vicrayner.bsky.social's response to the #CovidInquiry Module 2 findings that government response to the pandemic was 'too little, too late', www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/ncf-press-re...
This will be a crucial webinar in preparing care & support providers in readiness for the implementation of the #EmploymentRightsBill. Join this expert panel including our CEO @vicrayner.bsky.social on 1st December, 3.00pm-4.30pm, register here www.careprovideralliance.org.uk/cpa-events/t...
November 19, 2025 at 4:25 PM
This will be a crucial webinar in preparing care & support providers in readiness for the implementation of the #EmploymentRightsBill. Join this expert panel including our CEO @vicrayner.bsky.social on 1st December, 3.00pm-4.30pm, register here www.careprovideralliance.org.uk/cpa-events/t...
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
November 17, 2025 at 12:11 PM
As a member of the Care and Support Alliance we want to remind the Chancellor of the real figures that matter this autumn #Budget. Older people, disabled people and their unpaid carers cannot wait another year for social care funding #FiguresThatMatter https://ow.ly/pvmN50XsL7f
Grab your discounted tickets for the Managers Conference 2026, the only conference dedicated to care & support managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers!
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
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📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
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November 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Grab your discounted tickets for the Managers Conference 2026, the only conference dedicated to care & support managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers!
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
Download 'Discovering Our Digital Potential' for insights from local care & support providers who are part of the #ASCTestbed we're delivering with University of Liverpool Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) for #LiverpoolCityRegion https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/adult-social-care-testbed/
November 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Download 'Discovering Our Digital Potential' for insights from local care & support providers who are part of the #ASCTestbed we're delivering with University of Liverpool Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) for #LiverpoolCityRegion https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/adult-social-care-testbed/
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@mattiel.bsky.social's done it! In response to issues raised by the people in Daniel Hewitt's powerful ITV News film 'What is life really like for those with learning disabilities?' Sec of State for Social Care Wes Streeting tweeted: "I will act, especially on DNR issues".
Watch: bit.ly/47OTvYQ
Watch: bit.ly/47OTvYQ
November 13, 2025 at 8:50 AM
@mattiel.bsky.social's done it! In response to issues raised by the people in Daniel Hewitt's powerful ITV News film 'What is life really like for those with learning disabilities?' Sec of State for Social Care Wes Streeting tweeted: "I will act, especially on DNR issues".
Watch: bit.ly/47OTvYQ
Watch: bit.ly/47OTvYQ
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⭐ We are delighted to be a part of the @ncfcareforum.bsky.social #ASCTestbed working in partnership for the benefit of those we care for. DOWNLOAD THE REPORT NOW! #ProudToBeParkhaven
Download 'Discovering Our Digital Potential' for insights from local care & support providers who are part of the #ASCTestbed we're delivering with University of Liverpool Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) for #LiverpoolCityRegion https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/adult-social-care-testbed/
November 4, 2025 at 11:47 AM
⭐ We are delighted to be a part of the @ncfcareforum.bsky.social #ASCTestbed working in partnership for the benefit of those we care for. DOWNLOAD THE REPORT NOW! #ProudToBeParkhaven
Read @vicrayner.bsky.social's full statement as NCF retains quality assured status following initial verification review of our delivery of the #DigitalLeadershipProgramme & book your places for the January 2026 cohort www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/draft/ncf-re... @skillsforcare.bsky.social #QACLS
November 14, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Read @vicrayner.bsky.social's full statement as NCF retains quality assured status following initial verification review of our delivery of the #DigitalLeadershipProgramme & book your places for the January 2026 cohort www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/draft/ncf-re... @skillsforcare.bsky.social #QACLS
Grab your discounted tickets for the Managers Conference 2026, the only conference dedicated to care & support managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers!
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
November 13, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Grab your discounted tickets for the Managers Conference 2026, the only conference dedicated to care & support managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers!
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
📅9 - 10 Mar 2026
📍Wyboston Lakes, Beds
🎟️https://ow.ly/bSPO50Xr3Wk Skills for care #MarrProcurement #AndorCards #TheMC2026
Our CEO Vic Rayner is speaking at the Dementia Community Community Dementia Congress on Tues 18th Nov where she will join a session looking at the challenges & successes in social care & dementia care today. Vic will share insights into the challenges & opportunities ahead for social care #UKDC2025
November 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Our CEO Vic Rayner is speaking at the Dementia Community Community Dementia Congress on Tues 18th Nov where she will join a session looking at the challenges & successes in social care & dementia care today. Vic will share insights into the challenges & opportunities ahead for social care #UKDC2025
The CQC have launched two new consultations & are inviting care providers to respond. The first looks at draft ratings characteristics for local authorities & closes on 25th Nov, the other closes on 11th Dec & seeks feedback on further changes to the CQC's work & the SAF https://ow.ly/NIQH50Xq0O4
November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
The CQC have launched two new consultations & are inviting care providers to respond. The first looks at draft ratings characteristics for local authorities & closes on 25th Nov, the other closes on 11th Dec & seeks feedback on further changes to the CQC's work & the SAF https://ow.ly/NIQH50Xq0O4
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As the membership organisation for NFP #socialcare and support providers, our member @ncfcareforum.bsky.social is spotlighting Trustees, as #TrusteesWeek kicks off to celebrate the achievements of nearly 1 million trustees across the UK.
Thank you Trustees for your time, commitment and effort.
Thank you Trustees for your time, commitment and effort.
It's #TrusteesWeek & time to thank the Trustees in our #notforprofit care & support provider membership. Trustees are just one thing that sets #notforprofit care apart as they provide oversight, guidance & governance to charities https://ow.ly/2LhM50Xj6f7
November 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM
As the membership organisation for NFP #socialcare and support providers, our member @ncfcareforum.bsky.social is spotlighting Trustees, as #TrusteesWeek kicks off to celebrate the achievements of nearly 1 million trustees across the UK.
Thank you Trustees for your time, commitment and effort.
Thank you Trustees for your time, commitment and effort.
Heather Taylor writes blog about her experience at the Disability Technology Parliamentary Breakfast reception💙
Read here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/blog/heathers-experience-at-the-disability-technology-parliamentary-breakfast-reception/
#DigitalInclusion #SocialCare
Read here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/blog/heathers-experience-at-the-disability-technology-parliamentary-breakfast-reception/
#DigitalInclusion #SocialCare
Heather's experience at the Disability Technology Parliamentary Breakfast reception - National Care Forum
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November 11, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Heather Taylor writes blog about her experience at the Disability Technology Parliamentary Breakfast reception💙
Read here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/blog/heathers-experience-at-the-disability-technology-parliamentary-breakfast-reception/
#DigitalInclusion #SocialCare
Read here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/blog/heathers-experience-at-the-disability-technology-parliamentary-breakfast-reception/
#DigitalInclusion #SocialCare
Are you a Registered Manager in #AdultSocialCare wanting to feel more confident about digital transformation? This practical course is tailored for people in your role!
Swipe to see what our recent participants have to say about the course!
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Swipe to see what our recent participants have to say about the course!
🔗https://ow.ly/wBwS50Xptsb
November 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Are you a Registered Manager in #AdultSocialCare wanting to feel more confident about digital transformation? This practical course is tailored for people in your role!
Swipe to see what our recent participants have to say about the course!
🔗https://ow.ly/wBwS50Xptsb
Swipe to see what our recent participants have to say about the course!
🔗https://ow.ly/wBwS50Xptsb
Sanctuary Care UK 's Allanbank are finalists in Scottish Care's Care Home Awards💙🎊
Read more at: https://ow.ly/oT2750XnReG
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SanctuaryCare #SocialCare
Read more at: https://ow.ly/oT2750XnReG
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SanctuaryCare #SocialCare
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Sanctuary Care UK 's Allanbank are finalists in Scottish Care's Care Home Awards💙🎊
Read more at: https://ow.ly/oT2750XnReG
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SanctuaryCare #SocialCare
Read more at: https://ow.ly/oT2750XnReG
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SanctuaryCare #SocialCare
🐦MANAGERS CONFERENCE 2026 EARLY BIRD TICKETS🐦
Grab discounted tickets for #TheMC2026 the only conference just for care managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers packed with practice based learning & networking opportunities https://ow.ly/VqNj50Xl3qp Skills for care
Grab discounted tickets for #TheMC2026 the only conference just for care managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers packed with practice based learning & networking opportunities https://ow.ly/VqNj50Xl3qp Skills for care
November 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🐦MANAGERS CONFERENCE 2026 EARLY BIRD TICKETS🐦
Grab discounted tickets for #TheMC2026 the only conference just for care managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers packed with practice based learning & networking opportunities https://ow.ly/VqNj50Xl3qp Skills for care
Grab discounted tickets for #TheMC2026 the only conference just for care managers, deputy managers & aspiring managers packed with practice based learning & networking opportunities https://ow.ly/VqNj50Xl3qp Skills for care
Artistic Youngster Creates Creepily Creative Gifts for @Friends of the Elderly ’s Malvern Day Care Clients 💙🕸️
Read more at: https://ow.ly/IoYb50XnPX4
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #FriendsoftheElderly
Read more at: https://ow.ly/IoYb50XnPX4
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #FriendsoftheElderly
November 7, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Artistic Youngster Creates Creepily Creative Gifts for @Friends of the Elderly ’s Malvern Day Care Clients 💙🕸️
Read more at: https://ow.ly/IoYb50XnPX4
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #FriendsoftheElderly
Read more at: https://ow.ly/IoYb50XnPX4
#Forpeoplenotforprofit #SocialCare #FriendsoftheElderly
Brunel Care's Deerhurst Care Home in top 1% after achieving highest level of recognition for its dementia care💙
Read more here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/deerhurst-care-home-in-top-1-after-achieving-highest-level-of-recognition-for-its-dementia-care/
#Forpeoplenotforprofit
Read more here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/deerhurst-care-home-in-top-1-after-achieving-highest-level-of-recognition-for-its-dementia-care/
#Forpeoplenotforprofit
November 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Brunel Care's Deerhurst Care Home in top 1% after achieving highest level of recognition for its dementia care💙
Read more here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/deerhurst-care-home-in-top-1-after-achieving-highest-level-of-recognition-for-its-dementia-care/
#Forpeoplenotforprofit
Read more here: https://www.nationalcareforum.org.uk/members-news/deerhurst-care-home-in-top-1-after-achieving-highest-level-of-recognition-for-its-dementia-care/
#Forpeoplenotforprofit