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“It’s not where you’re from, it’s where you’re at.” #Migration and #socialcare in #Scotland. We urgently need a rethink from ⁦GOV.UK⁩ #immigration #homecare #carehome scottishcare.org/its-not-where-…

In my #podcast this week I explore why #Scotland’s #socialcare sector continues to require an #international #workforce and the potential impact of GOV.UK recent announcements on #homecare and #carehome services and critically on the people supported. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/donal…

Donald Macaskill & stefanie callaghan Tramming it out to Randolphill Group who we’re grateful to for hosting the Scottish Care Edinburgh and pan-Lothian branch meeting today. Top 3 items - 🧵

1. Providers are paid less by government than it costs them to deliver services leading to viability risk.

2. Institutional snobbery by NHS and policy makers holding back innovation and new models of care which would support people to live healthier for longer, encourage staff retention and reduce impact on climate.

3. Impact of changes to immigration legislation on staffing directly, but also indirectly as a message of hostility.

WHAT is care tech—and WHY does it matter? We’re kicking off the #CareTechAssembly with: Human Enabled Care: What is Care Tech & Why Does it Matter? 🗓️ Join the conversation: lnkd.in/evwJwrbx #SocialCare #DigitalInclusion #CareTech #InnovationInCare #PersonCentredTech

How do we design care tech that doesn’t just reach people — but truly includes them? Our next #CareTechAssembly session puts Accessibility & Inclusion centre stage. 🎟️ eventbrite.co.uk/e/care-tech-as… #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #TechForGood #SocialCare #DigitalInclusion

Welcome to the Scottish Care Workforce ebulletin! - mailchi.mp/scottishcare/s…

Dignity has no use by Date: the ongoing challenge of ageism in Scottish society. #ageism #discrimination #olderage #humanrights scottishcare.org/dignity-has-no…

This week’s #podcast is an extended one and focuses on the issue of #ageism, its history and origins, its existence in society today and what practical steps can address it. #olderage #humanrights #discrimination. creators.spotify.com/pod/show/donal…

👇👇👇 incredibly powerful reflection on #ageism in our society. We need to ask older people now what is important to them as much as we ask the young what is important for their future. We need to reduce the fear of ageing by being realistic about our potential future needs.

The theatre companies taking their shows to Scottish care homes - including with five-year-olds scotsman.com/arts-and-cultu…

“Edging towards the precipice.” In his latest article, Donald Macaskill warns of the grave risks facing Scotland’s social care sector, from workforce shortages to dangerous policy decisions. Read here ➡️ buff.ly/0RjPEn3 #SocialCare #CareCrisis

An important contribution from Donald Macaskill on the very worrying consequences suggested changes to immigration would have on social care in Scotland. Read his full article here: enlighten.scot/edging-towards…

Join me tonight at 7pm in lighting this week’s #candleforcare in the days following #WorldParentingDay in recognition of those who are #older #parents and of both the challenges and joys they face. #socialcare #relationships.

What’s next for tech in care — and how do we shape it for good? Our 3rd #CareTechAssembly panel explores AI, robotics & emerging tech that’s ethical, human-centred & future-focused. 🎟️ eventbrite.co.uk/e/care-tech-as… #AIinCare #TechForCare #SocialCareInnovation #CareTech

Unpaid carers and lived experience representatives on integration joint boards are effectively excluded from local decision making, the The ALLIANCE conference heard this year. Coalition of Carers in Scotland (COCIS) Carers Scotland Maree Todd Scot Gov NCS Scottish Care healthandcare.scot/stories/4144/i…

Lighting tonight’s #candleforcare after #WorldParentingDay and thanking all #older #parents and in recognition of their distinct support needs. #careaboutcare