Nourish Social Care Research: Wound Care in Social Care

The Outstanding Society is a proud proponent of social care research. Through Vivaldi they have utilised the connections and community of The Outstanding Society to produce policy shaping research for social care. At Nourish Care we are proud to support this research and help move care conversations forward, sharing anonymised user data to inform the …

Future-ready Health and Care: Aligning with NHS Net Zero and Green Plans

As a valued member of The Care Workers’ Charity, we’re pleased to share an exclusive resource from our long-standing partner, Howden. For many years, Howden has proudly supported The Care Workers’ Charity through sponsorship, fundraising initiatives and volunteering, helping us continue our mission of supporting care workers across the UK. Together, we’re committed to strengthening …

What a Robot Care Worker Taught Us About Being Human: Reflections on Ann Droid

What a Robot Care Worker Taught Us About Being Human: Reflections on Ann Droid Written By Olivia Firth, Policy and Projects Manager at The Care Workers’ Charity. Why Ann Droid Is About More Than Artificial Intelligence When we first heard about Ann Droid, the BBC’s new show about an elderly woman named Sue who is …

What The Fair Pay Agreement Means To Me

What The Fair Pay Agreement Means To Me Written by Princess, A Member of The Care Worker Advisory Board and Champions Project. I have worked as a care worker for over three years. Over that time, I have supported people across many different settings: home care, residential homes, and units supporting those with dementia, learning …

Immigration Has a Human Cost  

Immigration Has a Human Cost   Written by Omatule, A Member of The Care Worker Advisory Board and Champions Project. I arrived in the UK in October 2022 with my spouse and 5 year old child under the health and care work visa to work as care worker. Part of the requirement of the visa then was that I would …

The Casey Commission is Talking About My Future 

The Casey Commission is Talking About My Future  Blog by Hannah Reseigh-Lincoln, Support worker and member of the Care Worker Advisory Board and Champions Project  It was 5am on a cold, wet and dark November morning in 2025 when I woke very early to make the 30-minute walk to the train station. I was ready to start my journey to …

What a C.Q.C Inspection feels like – from my side of the door!  

What a C.Q.C Inspection feels like – from my side of the door!   Written By Caroline A Member of The Care Worker Advisory Board and Champions Project. O.M.G. We are due a visit from C.Q.C. Have I completed my daily health and safety checks?   As a key worker, are my residents P.C.P’s and H.A.P’s up to date?   …

Compassion – One of the Six C’s of Care 

At The Care Workers’ Charity, we advocate for care workers who dedicate their lives to supporting others. The Six C’s of Care—Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment—are the foundation of good social care. However, one thing that is often overlooked is that these values should not only apply to those drawing on care but …

Introducing Vishen Ramkisson: A Visionary Leader in Care

In this Talking Heads interview, we sit down with Vishen Ramkisson, the CEO of AgeCare Care Homes, to delve into his inspiring journey from a medical doctor to a transformative leader in the care sector. With over 18 years of experience in the NHS and a decade of dedication to improving care services, Vishen shares …