The Care and Support Alliance (CSA) has appointed Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director of Age UK, and Mark Lever, Chief Executive of The National Autistic Society, as co-chairs. They replace Vicky McDermott, Chief Executive of Papworth Trust who is leaving the adult social care sector.

The CSA is an Alliance of over 80 charities campaigning for a properly funded care system alongside the millions of older people, disabled people and their carers who deserve decent care. Members include: Carers UK, Scope, …

Vicky McDermott, Chair of the Care and Support Alliance, said:

“Today’s findings show the grave threat that social care is under.

“Social care, which many rely on as life support, is essential in meeting the needs of disabled and older people and their families to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Despite the Government’s injection of cash, collapse of the whole system is still a significant risk.

“Increased costs and raising needs have been met with an overall reduction in money …