Social Work Week 2023
Social Work Week 2023 is on the horizon! This virtual event is a great opportunity for social workers – or anyone for that matter, who wants to learn more about the latest happenings and developments in the social care sector. Hosted by Social Work England, Social Work Week 2023 will run for 5 consecutive days […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How is the NHS crisis linked to the social care crisis?
We’ve all seen the endless stream of news on full NHS beds, prolonged ambulance waiting times and overworked staff – but where does social care come into all this? In the UK, there are currently 13,000 patients who are ready to be discharged from hospital, but can’t leave because of issues within the social care […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
5 benefits of wellbeing hubs for social workers
Did you know that as a social worker, you have access to mental health and wellbeing hubs? As well as being absolutely free, this service offers NHS workers access to counselling and talking therapy. In this blog, we look at the other key benefits of this service and how you can get involved or help a […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How is the government supporting adult social care this winter?
The UK government will provide £500 million to local authorities and integrated care boards (ICBs), it announced in its adult social care winter statement which was updated last week. Funding will go towards buying additional hospital beds and improving community care. It is hoped this move will help ease pressures on the NHS […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to care for someone with dementia
Dementia impacts everyone differently so as a social worker, it is crucial to be patient and get to know your client on a personal level so that you can meet their needs effectively. In this blog, we offer guidance on how best to care for someone with dementia based on official advice from the Department […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How can I improve my mental health as a social worker?
Social workers across Scotland missed more than 30,000 days of work last year due to mental health issues, new data has revealed. The absences impacted 27 local authorities, with the most significant staffing shortages reported in Glasgow (8,539) and North Lanarkshire (3,387). Unfortunately, this is just one of the many instances that highlights the urgent […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Does your LinkedIn photo need updating?
When applying for new roles, your LinkedIn profile can very much determine whether you are successful or not. A key part of this, is of course your choice of picture. Even if you’re not currently looking for a new gig, you never know who might stumble across your profile so it’s best to make a […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to succeed in social care
The start of a new year is always a good time to re-evaluate and reflect on your career, with a particular focus on what is going well, and where there is room for improvement. So for all our well-versed social workers, here’s a quick recap of best practices – for our new social workers, here’s […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Could VR revolutionise care?
When we think of virtual reality (VR), most of us will picture someone riding a roller coaster in silly goggles or throwing hands at a seemingly invisible threat in their living room. But have you considered the possibilities of VR beyond the world of gaming and entertainment? Increasingly, we are seeing VR being used […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Self-care tips to take into 2023
Going into 2023 we want to help all social workers feel empowered and one way of doing this is to practise self-care. In this blog, we share industry insight into the best ways to prioritise your mental health as a busy social worker. Say no We know there are a lot of people relying […]
by: Scarlette Isaac