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The Autumn Budget has left many in social care reeling, and rightly so. In the latest edition of the Handover, Sam Hussain breaks down the Autumn Budget’s impact on social care—and it’s a tough pill to swallow. Key insights: 💸 Funding gap The NHS gains a £22.6bn boost, but social care receives just £600m, far from enough to tackle growing demands. 📈 Cost hikes A 1.2% rise in employer National Insurance and higher wage requirements squeeze already thin margins. 👥 Unpaid carers relief Carers can now earn more while claiming Carer’s Allowance—a step forward, but more support is needed. Sam’s advice for resilience: 1️⃣ Review budgets and contracts 2️⃣ Build local partnerships to share resources 3️⃣ Support staff wellbeing in simple ways 4️⃣ Use tech to improve efficiency 👇 Read more in The Handover

In our recent webinar hosted by Joshua Weight, we had the pleasure of hearing from Mark Topps, who shared his insights on how technology is transforming continuity of care in powerful ways. Here are 3 key takeaways on the role of tech in shaping the future of care: 1️⃣ Seamless communication Technology enables quick, efficient updates of changes to staff, ensuring everyone stays informed and aligned.   2️⃣ Data-driven decisions Digital systems bring rich data that can be utilised for decision-making, from reducing mileage to enhancing continuity of care and service quality.   3️⃣ Integrated care records A digital system supports a holistic, person-centred approach by integrating care records for a joined-up, collaborative experience. 🎥 Catch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eS_s4bMh

We’ve had a busy October here at Log my Care, packed with events, new product launches and lots of fresh content. With a big focus on Rostering this month, here’s a look at some of our highlights: 🎪 We attended one of the biggest events of the year, the Care Show Birmingham! Our team had a fantastic two days meeting with care providers and offering sneak peeks at our latest features. Special shoutout to Mark Topps for hosting a brilliant panel session, where our experts shared top rostering tips for the sector. If you couldn’t attend, catch up on the recording here: https://lnkd.in/efhSKzQX 🎉 After months of research, testing, and invaluable feedback from our beta committee, we’re thrilled to officially announce that Rostering is here! If you missed the big reveal, check out all the details on how this new add-on can transform your rota management here: https://lnkd.in/ec3ZnSTH 🎙️ In line with our Rostering launch, we hosted a webinar with Mark and Sam, diving into the importance of care continuity and the impact of rostering. Catch up on their insights here: https://lnkd.in/eS_s4bMh 🎥 To cap off our series, The Making of Rostering, we sat down with Adam H. to explore what we built and give you a look at some of the core features. Stay tuned for this episode coming soon! It’s been an exciting and busy month for the team and we've got lots more to come!

🔔 New webinar alert! Join us on Thursday 21st November at 12:00 pm, for a focused 30-minute webinar on effective goal-setting hosted by Julia Drogosz. What will be covered? • How to craft effective, personalised goals for service users • Ways to align goals to regulatory standards • The benefits of integrating digital tools for goal tracking and updates • Practical tips for achieving continuity in care planning and goal realisation 💡 You’ll also get a first-look at some exciting, recent updates to our Outcomes and Goals feature - designed to make tracking service user progress easier than ever! Register for your free space here: https://lnkd.in/euQAgRTk

In case you haven’t heard… our brand-new Rostering add-on is here! 🎉 Rostering has been the number one most requested enhancement from our customers for some time, and we’re thrilled to finally bring it to life! Our team have been working closely with a dedicated beta community to create a solution that’s truly designed for the care sector. With this new add-on, you can easily manage both shifts and visits, in one simple, intuitive, and person-centred platform. Curious to learn more about what makes our Rostering add-on special? Check out our latest blog post 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYFQRXN9

"Continuity of care" is a term we often hear, but what does it truly mean—and why is it so essential? In our recent webinar, Sam shared insights into how continuity of care impacts not only a person’s experience of being cared for but also brings lasting value to organisations. Missed the session? Don’t worry—you can catch the full recording here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eS_s4bMh

📌 Creating an effective Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plan The 6 key steps: 1️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁   Gather in-depth information on the individual’s life, medical background, and behaviour. Involve family and carers for a well-rounded understanding of strengths and challenges. 2️⃣ 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗮 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻-𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻  Set clear, achievable goals and design proactive strategies to prevent behaviours of concern. Don’t forget to include reactive and crisis plans for when behaviours escalate. 3️⃣ 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆    Integrate the plan into daily routines, ensuring staff collaboration and consistent communication. Provide ongoing training and support for successful execution. 4️⃣ 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 PBS is dynamic! Track progress, review goals, and adapt strategies as the individual’s needs change. 5️⃣ 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Address time and resource limitations, and maintain team consistency to ensure the plan stays on track. 6️⃣ 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 Leverage the insights of external agencies and families to ensure a unified and comprehensive support approach.  See more insight into each of these steps in chapter 7 of our PBS e-book ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/efdWAADC

A rostering system can make or break a care organisation. ⛓️💥 When done right, it ensures the right carers are in the right place at the right time, delivering the care your service users need. But too often, rostering becomes a complicated process that leads to.. ➡️ Inefficiencies ➡️ Miscommunication ➡️ Missed opportunities to deliver better care. If you're looking to improve your care rostering system, here are 4 tips that will streamline your processes and ensure better outcomes. Read the full blog post here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVuHvJbw

Choosing the right care management software can be overwhelming with so many options available. Here are 5 steps to help you get started: 1️⃣ Do your research The Assured Suppliers list is a good way to find suitable, approved care software 2️⃣ Speak to others Get feedback from others on their experiences using digital platforms 3️⃣ Know your needs Identify your must-have features before beginning your search 4️⃣ Read reviews First-hand insights from users can provide valuable guidance 5️⃣ Ask the right questions Ensure your team’s needs are fully addressed Find a more in-depth step-by-step guide plus some key features you should look out for when evaluating social care suppliers in our blog post. https://lnkd.in/eSB3iNXx

In the latest edition of The Handover, Sam Hussain shares the secret to seamless care continuity: ✨ Integrated care management and rostering systems ✨ As care grows more complex, maintaining consistent, person-centred support is key. But outdated systems lead to: ❌ Missed shifts ❌ Miscommunication ❌ Disrupted care The solution? Integrated platforms that: ✅ Connect care management with rostering ✅ Streamline communication ✅ Match carers with the right service users ✅ Provide real-time updates when things change Read on to find out more about the impact integrated care management and rostering systems can have on care continuity 👇