Wigan Council Partners with Agilisys Transform

🚀 Exciting milestones from Wigan Council and Agilisys Transform!
Our collaboration is making waves and transforming adult social care in meaningful ways. 

Here's a quick look at the highlights of their achievements so far:

🔍 Automated Needs Assessments: Care workers can now turn voice recordings into completed forms—saving precious time for what truly matters.
📝 Efficient Meeting Minutes: Our solution slashes time spent by 50% - eliminating long hours spent on minute-taking.
🤖 Comprehensive Case Auditing: With AI-powered insights, we're ensuring that care remains truly person-centered.
📊 Survey Analysis at Scale: We're unlocking feedback from thousands of residents, driving data-informed decisions that make a real difference.

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SOCIAL CARE

Government Praises Social Care Group but Fails to Address Future Reforms

The Prime Minister’s office praised the Independent Care Group's work but failed to offer long-term solutions for social care reform. While acknowledging the sector's significance, immediate action, including funding and fair pay, remains absent, leaving the pressing need for a National Care Service unaddressed, despite ongoing government enquiries.

The Growing Reliance on Agency Staff in Social Care

The UK’s aging population is driving an increased demand for adult social care, with the number of people aged 65+ expected to rise by 30% by 2030. This has led to a 25% rise in the use of agency social workers in adults’ services from September 2022 to September 2023, according to official figures.

A 2024 Local Government Association (LGA) report highlights a deepening workforce crisis, with £292 million spent on agency staff in 2023/24, up from £277 million the previous year. High staff turnover, low wages, and reliance on temporary workers are straining care quality, as frequent staff changes impact familiarity with residents' needs and routines.

Technology could help ease the burden, reducing administrative tasks and improving job satisfaction. Streamlining workflows and integrating digital tools could lessen the sector’s reliance on agency workers, providing a more stable, efficient workforce that delivers consistent, high-quality care.

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SOCIAL CARE

UK Faces Social Care Timebomb as Number of Over-85s Set to Double by 2047

The UK’s aging population is placing unprecedented strain on the social care system, with experts warning that without urgent reform, services will struggle to meet increasing demand. Recent projections indicate that nearly a quarter of the UK population will be over 65 by 2043, significantly raising the need for long-term care solutions, home support, and healthcare services.

Despite the growing need, chronic underfunding and workforce shortages continue to weaken the sector. Reports show that around 165,000 vacancies exist in adult social care, making it difficult to provide adequate care for those in need. The situation is further exacerbated by rising costs and a fragmented funding system, leaving many elderly individuals unable to access essential support.

Experts are calling for a comprehensive overhaul of the social care system, including increased investment, workforce expansion, and better integration with NHS services to ensure sustainable, high-quality care. With the UK government under pressure to act, the coming years will be crucial in shaping policies that address the realities of an aging society and prevent further strain on families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.

SOCIAL CARE FUNDING

Norfolk Council's Strategic Funding Boost Aims to Prevent Care Provider Failures

ADULT SOCIAL CARE

AI Sensors Aid Independent Living for Vulnerable People

The UK Government has revealed that councils are using AI and technology to enhance public services, save money, and improve living standards, aligning with the government’s Plan for Change. New AI-driven sensor technology is enhancing independent living by providing real-time monitoring and predictive alerts for seniors and individuals with disabilities. These non-intrusive smart sensors track daily activities, detect unusual patterns, and alert caregivers to potential risks such as falls or sudden changes in behavior. Designed to promote safety and autonomy, this innovation reduces reliance on intrusive surveillance and empowers individuals to live independently while ensuring peace of mind for families and healthcare providers.

SOCIAL CARE REFORM

Scottish Government Faces Backlash After Abandoning National Care Service Plans

SOCIAL CARE CRISIS

Training Experts to Face their Biggest Challenge Yet

Training in Care, celebrating 25 years, is expanding efforts to tackle the UK's social care crisis, notably the skills shortage. Founded by Dr Angela Brown, the company partners with the University of Sunderland and others, addressing urgent vacancies amid an aging population and previous austerity impacts.

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