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Continuing healthcare previously unassessed periods of care
The Department of Health and Social Care has published guidance setting out how integrated care boards should approach a request from an individual or third party, for an assessment of a previously unassessed period of care, from 1 April 2012 onwards. This includes information on how to request an assessment and how that assessment should be carried out. Previously unassessed periods of care refer to specific requests to consider eligibility for a past period of care where the individual funded the care themselves, either in full or in part.
How to support a person with dementia at Christmas
The Alzheimer's Society has published eight ways to support people with dementia at Christmas, from putting decorations up gradually to creating a quiet area, and keeping it simple, being mindful of food and ensuring everyone is involved. More from How to support a person with dementia at Christmas | Alzheimer's Society.
Should care workers have to speak 'proficient English' to ensure the safety of residents?
Anthony Collins Solicitors have published a blog on whether care workers should have to speak 'proficient English' to ensure the safety of residents, in an article aimed at care homes. The blog considers the circumstances in which language requirements for overseas workers could be discriminatory under current law and how to address this.
Transforming public procurement: the official Knowledge Drop launch
The Cabinet Office has launched Procurement Act: the transforming public procurement Knowledge Drops on their YouTube channel. These official training products comprise a series of on-demand videos designed to provide a high-level overview of the changes to procurement regulations, aimed at those with regular interactions with procurement.
CARE logo usage
The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed that Care Quality Commission registered care providers can still use the CARE logo, if they wish, provided they follow the branding guidelines. (This clarification was in answer to a member query.)
Navigating international recruitment: Avoiding the pitfalls and understanding best practice
BA Healthcare (a major provider of overseas healthcare professionals to UK health and social care providers) and Anthony Collins Solicitors are running a webinar on 16 January 2024, from 12:30pm - 13:30pm, on Navigating international recruitment: Avoiding the pitfalls and understanding best practice. The webinar is aimed at anyone who is involved in HR within their organisation at all levels. Booking information.
NHS vaccination strategy published
The NHS vaccination strategy has been published, setting out plans for the future delivery of NHS vaccination and immunisation services. The aim is to improve access by expanding online services over the next three years, and booking via the NHS App. People will be able to view their full vaccination record with information and guidance on what vaccinations they should have.
