From the Editor: Can we future-proof care?
The Care Home Environment Magazine
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Care England nd has launched Future-Proofing Care, a new report delivering innovative solutions to sustain independent adult social care providers.
Care England’s Sector Pulse Check report found that 43 per cent of adult social care providers have been forced to close parts of their organisations or return contracts to local authorities due to financial pressures. Further, 56 per cent of smaller providers seriously considered exiting the market last year due to these financial strains.
According to Care England, without root and branch reform of the way central government invests in social care through local authorities, this figure will only rise. In the absence of such reform, care providers need immediate support to manage ongoing pressures which will have a real impact on people’s lives.
To that end, Care England has spearheaded a coalition of industry experts to offer a lifeline to care providers. Future-Proofing Care seeks to navigate the treacherous waters of financial vulnerability and operational challenges, marking a collaborative effort to fortify the foundation of adult social care in England.
The report recognises and explores the strategies available to care providers facing operational pressures. From spotting early warning signs to implementing turnaround strategies, exploring renovation or financing options, and considering management takeovers or exit plans. It delivers analysis and practical guidance to equip care services with the necessary tools and knowledge for making informed decisions and sustaining high-quality care amidst evolving challenges.
Prof Martin Green OBE, chief executive of Care England, said: “This is not simply an industry concern; it is a societal one. Potential closure of essential services will have far-reaching consequences, impacting the most vulnerable members of our society. In a time when resilience is not just a virtue, but a necessary survival strategy, the independent adult social care sector finds itself at a crossroads. Faced with unrelenting financial pressures and regulatory challenges, these providers are navigating a labyrinth of uncertainties that threaten their very existence.
“Future-Proofing Care is an indispensable resource that will undoubtedly offer a beacon of hope and a definitive path forward, promising a brighter future for providers in the toughest of circumstances. With the stability of the health and care system at stake, providers need to maximise their resilience. But ultimately, the buck stops with government. Without urgent action, the government risks being responsible for the collapse of the sector that supports those in most need.”
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