Guide to the Care Act
Find out more about the act, which aims to give social care a new identity, as well as setting out clear rights and entitlements to care and support
'The changes in the Care Act stand out as historic rights for carers'
Heléna HerklotsThe Care Act makes prevention a duty – but how will councils make it work?
What the Care Act has in store for occupational therapists
Julia SkeltonHow community building can be a lifeline for isolated older people
The Care Act takes into account how people want to manage their own lives
Gill CuencaIntegration in Wales: independence and wellbeing are the watchwords
What will social care look like when the Care Act has taken hold?
Mental health: supported living helps end 'revolving door' of hospitalisation
Communities make a comeback as part of the Care Act
Collaborative approach to safeguarding helps people protect themselves
A quick guide to the Care Act
An overview of how the legislation affects the provision of social care in England
'A long time coming': Social workers have their say on the Care Act
Three principal social workers on their hopes and concerns for how the act will affect their day-to-day roles
Can the Care Act deliver on its promises?
The act enshrines good practice but the big question is whether it will be adequately funded
