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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 5d

‘In the PM's speech, themes of growth and reform resonated but #adultsocialcare was largely unseen. If it stays out of the spotlight, reform will stall.’ Our President, @ @jessmcp.bsky.social, reflects on her time at the #LabourPartyConference.

Reflections from Labour Party Conference - and a call for adult social care to take its rightful place in the national conversation - ADASS

By Jess McGregor, ADASS President Earlier this week, I attended the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool. The energy and commitment to public service were palpable, but I left wanting to hear more ab...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 8d

To celebrate the #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons, we’ve added a new story to #CareCantWait.

With the support of her carers, 92-year-old Pam is able to live independently at home, surrounded by family, friends, neighbours & the community that she loves.

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Pam's story: How social care helps me to live at home independently - ADASS

In 2017, I was admitted to hospital when I became poorly with pneumonia. I also have a condition called Haemochromatosis, which means my body absorbs and stores too much iron. If it’s not treated, it ...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 8d

ADASS welcomes the £500mn #FairPayAgreement announcement for #socaialcare workers, looks forward to working with government to increase the hourly rate, but warns the funding must come from central government - not cash-strapped councils.
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ADASS responds to Fair Pay Agreement announcement - ADASS

In response to the Government’s announcement of £500mn for the Fair Pay Agreement (FPA), ADASS President Jess McGregor said: “We’re pleased to see this FPA announcement to help improve the pay, terms ...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

As reported in @the-independent.com with our response
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/families-nhs-england-nuffield-trust-national-audit-office-b2834000.html

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

See @nuffieldtrust.org.uk's report below.👇

Nuffield Trust @nuffieldtrust.org.uk · 13d

NEW REPORT: We reveal how NHS continuing health care (CHC) is failing to reach some of the most unwell patients in England in their time of need, while reinforcing deep regional inequalities.

The research is part-funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org

Read the report 👇

All or nothing? Access and variation in NHS continuing health care

NHS continuing health care provides funded health and social care support for people with very complex needs outside hospital. Yet our comprehensive new report shows this system is highly inconsistent...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

“This report highlights the lack of fairness and consistency in who receives CHC. Our latest survey found 75% of ASC directors reported an increase in the number of people no longer eligible for CHC.” Read our President's full response.
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ADASS says new research by Nuffield Trust highlights problems with CHC - ADASS

Responding to the new report by Nuffield Trust – entitled ‘All or Nothing? Access and variation in NHS continuing health care, ADASS President Jess McGregor said: “This report highlights the lack of f...

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Alex Fox @alexfoxshared.bsky.social · 14d

President of @adass.bsky.social @jessmcp.bsky.social days: Good commissioning is gardening not buying. Sowing the seeds and growing all kinds of support.
Also: decision making including commissioning is a very white space which doesn’t reflect diverse communities. Needs to change.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

📢This afternoon, Our #CareCantWait campaign will also feature in a session about ‘reframing adult social care.’ If you're at the gathering, please do come along and say hello!

ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

The session featured a brilliant and diverse panel of experts by experience, discussing coproduced commissioning, profit, anti-racism, advocacy, changing narratives and older aged self-funders, chaired by Andy McCabe.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

She added that it felt like a real moment and opportunity to hold on to all the challenges but lean into the hope and possibility that a new commission brings.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

In the session, The Casey Commission Suggestion Time, ADASS President, @jessmcp.bsky.social, said that we may have had other commissions before but that too many of us are not getting the care we need when we need it and some of us aren’t getting any care at all.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 13d

We’re delighted to be back at @socialcarefuture.bsky.social gathering in Manchester, focusing on national policy and how to transform adult social care, with members of the #CaseyCommission in attendance.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · 14d

📢We’ve launched a new Research Group focused on influencing academic research into adult social care in partnership with @nihrsscr.bsky.social. Read more about the group’s purpose and plans in their blog.
www.adass.org.uk/launching-the-adass-research-group-influencing-the-future-of-social-care/

Launching the ADASS Research Group: Influencing the future of social care - ADASS

ADASS has launched a new research group to strengthen collaboration and shape future priorities. In this first update, Chair of the ADASS Research Group, Chris Lehmann, sets out the group’s plans, fol...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Sep 2

New #CareCantWait story!

Jacqui cares for her son Joshua, who has Down syndrome & autism, and now also needs support herself.

Getting the right support hasn't been easy, but having choice & control over their care has made all the difference.

👉https://shorturl.at/fAnbX

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Aug 19

'ADASS has provided me with support, companionship and professional development.' Julia Ross, ADASS Associate and @basw-uk.bsky.social Chair, reflects on her career spanning health and social care. Read her blog.
www.adass.org.uk/past-reflections-and-a-vision-of-the-future/

Past reflections and a vision for the future - ADASS

Julia Ross reflects on her 30-year career spanning health and social care, the stories and people which have shaped her professional life and future developments in social care.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Aug 8

Thank you for supporting Care Can't Wait!

ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Aug 7

4 in 5 of us will need adult social care in our lifetime.

Yet, without the glue of social care, lives are falling apart.

Long waiting lists, low staff levels, people reaching crisis point.

Together, we can change this.

Join us to transform care: adass.org.uk/care-cant-wa...

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 30

ADASS President, Jess McGregor warns ‘there are huge numbers of people who fall outside of state funded care who will struggle to resource the care they need.’ Read more of her insights in the article.👇
inews.co.uk/news/health/...

Labour's social care failures leave millions facing six-figure bills

A year ago Rachel Reeves scrapped plans to cap the amount a person should pay toward their care at £86,000 forcing thousands to sell their homes to pay for critical support

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 28

Directors have reduced prevention spending by at least 10 percent our #SpringSurvey2025 shows. ASC needs to be adequately funded to allow for investment in preventive measures that improve outcomes for people, carers & councils’ finances.
www.adass.org.uk/documents/adass-spring-survey-2025/

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Think Local Act Personal @tlap.bsky.social · Jul 28

Getting to hospital appointments can be hard – long journeys, long waits, needing to rely on others. That’s why we’re working with @adass.bsky.social to explore what care closer to home could and should mean.

Jennifer's story shows how small changes can have a big impact. Read more bit.ly/3H4D5lI

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 25

We’re hiring a Communications Officer! Help share our work with the public, media and partners. If you can turn complex info into powerful messages and build relationships with journalists & colleagues, we’d love to hear from you.
www.adass.org.uk/opportunities/adass-careers-communications-officer/

ADASS Careers: Communications Officer - ADASS

We are looking for an ambitious media professional Communications Officer to join our team.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 24

Our annual survey shows Directors overspent on their budgets last year. This has an impact on the choice and quality of care and support available. It leaves less money for prevention that would likely improve outcomes for people. See our report www.adass.org.uk/documents/adass-spring-survey-2025/

ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 23

Our former Chief Executive, Cathie Williams, gave evidence today at Module 6 of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, highlighting the importance of social care in pandemic planning.

Watch Cathie give evidence: www.youtube.com/live/FIJqkco...

UK Covid-19 Inquiry Live Stream

YouTube video by UK Covid-19 Inquiry

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 23

More than three-quarters of our Directors have seen an increase in unpaid carers approaching councils for support in the past year as the impact on caring takes its toll on their health, wellbeing & finances. Read our full report.
www.adass.org.uk/documents/adass-spring-survey-2025/

ADASS Spring Survey 2025 - ADASS

Our annual survey of Directors of Adult Social Services, essential reading for anyone interested in the challenges facing adult social care and implications for the NHS.

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ADASS @adass.bsky.social · Jul 22

To deliver good outcomes for people, the shift into communities must be adequately resourced and planned. Read more about the impact of NHS pressures on adult social care in our full report on pages 38 – 42.
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#CareCantWait #SpringSurvey2025

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