The Care Workers’ Charity is proud to announce the seventh annual Professional Care Workers Week, a week-long celebration dedicated to recognising the outstanding contributions of care workers across the UK. Taking place from 16th – 20th September 2024, this event highlights the essential role care workers play in our communities and honours their commitment to …
In a powerful show of solidarity, some of the most prominent organisations in the care sector, and other sectors, are coming together to participate in The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) Annual Trek on 20th September 2024. The National Care Forum, Digital Care Hub, Elevation, Birdie, and Impact are joining forces to take on the Yorkshire …
Borough Care have renewed their Supporter Membership of The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) and are helping to raise awareness of the support offered by the charity. The support given will widen the reach of CWC and will ensure more care workers in need can receive support. Dr Mark Ward, CEO at Borough Care says: “At …
Majesticare have renewed their Supporter Membership of The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) and are helping to raise awareness of the support offered by the charity. The support given will widen the reach of CWC and will ensure more care workers in need can receive support. Caren Burton, Head of People at Majesticare says: “We are …
The Care Workers’ Charity responds to latest figures from the Home Office revealing an 81% drop in visa applications following the ban on overseas social care workers bringing family dependents Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers’ Charity, says: “This decline in visa applications is yet another blow to a sector that has been pushed …
The last few years have brought about considerable financial pressures for many people. It is no secret that we are now facing the most significant cost-of-living crisis in a generation. This crisis is not just a talking point; it is having an obvious impact on the financial wellbeing of families across the UK. Everyone has …
The Care Workers’ Charity expresses its disappointment following recent announcements regarding the future of Adult Social Care funding and support. Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers Charity, commented, “It is disappointing that care minister Stephen Kinnock has announced that the Adult Social Care Training and Development Fund will not be taken forward. Care workers …
The Care Workers’ Charity is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Delaney as the new Deputy Chair, effective June 2024. With over 12 years of experience in the care sector, Lisa has held various leadership roles in recruitment, hospitality, and procurement. Currently serving as the UK Country Manager for Sensio, she assists care providers …
On the latest report from Skills for Care, “The Size and Structure of the Adult Social Care Workforce in England 2023/24,” Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers’ Charity, says: “It is encouraging to see a decrease in vacant posts of 22,000. That the main driver behind this is international recruitment suggests two things …
