Scottish Social Care in 2024: Sector Trends and Reforms This white paper presents an updated overview of Scotland’s social care sector using the most recent data available (primarily 2024 releases). It examines key aspects of the sector – from care home capacity and workforce dynamics to regulatory performance, funding, and ongoing reforms – to inform…
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What to Do If Your Care Home Receives a Weak or Unsatisfactory Care Inspectorate Rating Receiving a ‘Weak’ or ‘Unsatisfactory’ grade from the Care Inspectorate can be a deeply unsettling experience for any care provider in Scotland. The impact can be wide-ranging: staff morale can drop, occupancy may suffer, and scrutiny from regulators, commissioners, and…
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For care providers in Scotland, understanding the Care Inspectorate grading system is vital. Whether you run a care home, a domiciliary service, or a housing support setting, your Care Inspectorate grade can have a significant impact on reputation, compliance confidence, and occupancy levels. In this blog, we break down what Care Inspectorate grades mean, how…
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What Do the Latest Care Home Statistics Tell Us About Care in Scotland? If you’re running or managing a care home in Scotland, staying informed on national trends is more than good practice; it’s essential for planning, funding, and ensuring your service aligns with sector needs. The latest Care Home Statistics for Scotland (2023/24), released…
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If you run or manage a care service in Scotland, understanding the Care Inspectorate is essential. But what is the Care Inspectorate, and how does it impact your service? This guide explains the role of the Care Inspectorate, what it inspects, what powers it holds, and how Scottish care providers can navigate regulation with confidence.…
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