Trends and developments in social care in Quarter 1 2023

For the care sector, the first three months of 2023 have been dominated by funding news – with the government both allocating new funds and withdrawing some promised support, with implications for care home providers, investors and managers, the NHS, local councils and the elderly. The topic has come under the scrutiny of both politicians…

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How did care homes perform in Q1 2023?

Monitoring the ups, downs and regional developments of care homes across the country is a valuable resource for care home investors, directors and providers. Tracking quarterly shifts in care performance nationally can reveal key indicators of where new trends are emerging, how the competition is faring and where new investment may be needed to promote…

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Social care sector recruitment round-up, 2023 Q1

There are refreshingly bullish predictions about the care sector coming from some of the key financial and property analysts – alongside some encouraging financial announcements from providers. Our investment news round up will bring you up to speed with who’s buying, who’s selling, who’s expanding and who’s ready to cut the red ribbon on a…

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Care sector investment news round up 2023 Q1

There are refreshingly bullish predictions about the care sector coming from some of the key financial and property analysts – alongside some encouraging financial announcements from providers. Our investment news round up will bring you up to speed with who’s buying, who’s selling, who’s expanding and who’s ready to cut the red ribbon on a…

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Our Care Cocktails Gallery

It was great to celebrate the start of UK Care Week with our own Care Cocktails following the first day. We were delighted so many clients, trusted partners and respected associates could join us at The High Line Bar in The Genting Hotel, Resorts World, Birmingham. After a long day of networking and learning from…

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Social care staff shortages: What do they tell us about the sector?

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Social care work is far from easy, with jobs that demand a high level of compassion, patience, empathy and dedication. However, for anyone who has experienced working within a good quality care environment, it’s clear how much of a positive impact attentive care can have on residents’ quality of life, as well as the job…

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How can care homes protect their commercials in the energy crisis?

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The energy crisis continues to have an impact on every sector – but with 24/7 demands and a need to protect the health and wellbeing of vulnerable elderly residents, social care is feeling the strain more than most, with rising costs threatening to put some care services out of business. We spoke with two care…

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How did care homes perform in Q4 2022?

Tracking how care standards across the country have changed is a powerful tool for any care investor, director or provider. Having a clear overview of the rise and fall in care home ratings is a vital resource when it comes to assessing the competition and where the most investment may be needed to improve care…

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What were the top care investment trends from Quarter 4 2022?

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Our latest round-up for Quarter 4 of 2022 is here. Sit back and get up to speed with a digestible collection of the latest acquisitions, investment news and trends from the social care sector. Care investment round up The UK’s largest specialist care investor, Civitas Investment Management (CIM), has added £200 million worth of care facilities to its…

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Preparing your care home for spring

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With 2022 now behind us, we look ahead with optimism to a new year of the best quality resident care. The Easter period can be a busy time for care homes with many residents wanting to celebrate and spend time with their loved ones – and 2023 is sure to be no different! However, the…

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