We represent over 80 of Britain’s leading charities campaigning alongside the millions of older people, disabled people and their carers who deserve decent care. We believe there is a strong case for change and are working with our members towards reform.
In response to the CQC State of Care report, released today, Caroline Abrahams, co-Chair of the Care and Support Alliance and Charity Director at Age UK said:
“It’s really unfair that the care you receive depends so much on where you happen to live and that so many older and disabled people are being forced to go without all the support they need to live safely and decently.”
“The crisis in social care is truly a national problem that requires … Read the rest
Yesterday, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt Hancock, announced that the government will inject an emergency £240m into the social care system.
In his speech at Conservative party conference, he announced that the funds are intended to ease pressure on the NHS by allowing elderly people to be cared for at home, rather than in hospital.
We have been calling on Government to ensure immediate investment is made to avoid market collapse and keep the system afloat … Read the rest
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