Thank you to all those who attended our Annual Conference on 13th May. It was wonderful to see such passion and ongoing commitment to the sector!
This year's Conference was based on the theme of Employment, Training and Career Pathways.
We had informative presentations from experts in the field. Speakers included RWK Goodman, Kieran Lynch, Indago Development, Eden Alternative and Skills for Care.
Our sponsors and exhibitors also showcased an array of products and services designed to enhance the sector.
"It’s great for getting info and staying up to date, but I feel it’s equally important to meet people in similar roles and experiences, to know you are not alone and others are having the same good days, bad days and everything in-between. Looking forward to the next event"
Tom Bond, Registered Manager at West Heanton Residential Home
Award Winners
These awards recognise individuals who have shown extraordinary drive and dedication in their work for the sector.
The award for Digital Champion was presented to
Dominique Lloyd
(Director of Bay Court Nursing Home)
Dominique Lloyd, Director of Bay Court Residential and Nursing Home, is always looking to improve her knowledge and skills.
She continues to implement good data and cyber security practice within her organisation and is willing to go that extra mile for the good of her team and residents.
The award for Outstanding Service was presented to
Geoffrey Cox
(DCHC Director, CEO of The Eden Alternative UK and Managing Director of Southern Healthcare)
Geoffrey has over 24 years of experience working in social care. As the Managing Director of Southern Healthcare, Geoffrey and his team have recently been awarded four national awards for their commitment to training and development. His passion for development is also apparent in his role as CEO for Eden Alternative UK, which teaches a model of care that is designed to enrich wellbeing, fulfilment and quality of life for those who live and work in care. As a Director of DCHC, Geoffrey continues to represent the collaborative at various meetings across the country, advocating for positive change in the sector.
Speakers
Mei-Ling Huang, Partner at RWK Goodman, gave an interesting and relevant review of the recent court case, SARCP (a body of care providers in Staffordshire) v Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
Rob Smith, Digital Skills Lead at Skills for Care, and Marta Bascunan, Operations Manager at Better Security, Better Care, spoke about digital skills and cyber resilience in adult social care.
James Sage, Partner at RWK Goodman, delivered an insightful presentation on the current changes to employment law.
Jock Waugh, Director of Kieran Lynch, gave an informative talk on the key considerations for VAT welfare restructuring.
Indago Development’s Bhavin Tailor and Meg Ryder-Green spoke about the importance of developing and maintaining a learning culture in our homes.
Lastly, Geoffrey Cox, CEO, talked about the positive learning opportunities with Eden Alternative UK.
"Great to attend…and meet face to face. Lots of useful information and conversation"
Tushar Shah, Provider of Centrum Care Homes
"Thank you for today, my first DCHC event. Very interesting conversations and lovely to meet colleagues facing not only similar challenges, but who are equally passionate about good care with genuine affection"
Penny Blackmore, Director of Operations and Development at Georgian House
Sponsors/Exhibitors
It was clear to see, from the exhibitors, just how much care home providers need to consider in their day-to-day operations and management. Please do feel free to reach out to any of our sponsors and exhibitors. All their products and services are designed to enhance the delivery and standard of care in our homes.
RWK Goodman: The Health and Social Care team at RWK Goodman is a recognised market leader, with in-depth knowledge and experience in the social care sector.
Ocean Healthcare: Ocean Healthcare specialise in the provision of high-quality agency staffing support.
Barons Furniture: For over 50 years, Barons has manufactured handcrafted high-quality furniture specifically to meet the needs of the care markets.
Gillmans: A third-generation family business. They provide commercial laundry, dishwashing, bedpans and refrigeration machines to the care sector, as well as service and repair support across Devon.
CoolCare: A software management system that makes operating your care home easier, more efficient and more profitable.
CLH Healthcare: CLH provide a full range of care home supplies and healthcare products, making them a one stop shop for all your business and care needs.
Christie & Co: The market leader in specialist advice and brokerage within the healthcare sector.
The HIVE: Hosted by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, the Hive is a learning management system that provides access to numerous digital, virtual and classroom training sessions.
Ablyss Systems Ltd: A complete care management system that helps you to manage your service users, staff and care home.
The Gold Standards Framework: The UK’s leading training provider for generalist frontline staff caring for people in the last years of life.
OMi: A world leader in motion activated sensory systems for care and special needs sectors.
JMS: Helps digitalise your workforce management and maximise operational efficiency.
InstaCare: Your local, independent specialist in all things nurse call. That is everything from a pressure mat to an annual service inspection, right through to a new system installation.
Kieran Lynch & Co: Delivers practical solutions to your VAT planning needs.
Camascope Ltd: Camascope’s intuitive system, eMAR, has made medication management easier and more efficient, giving staff more time to focus on what really matters, caring for residents.
Eden Alternative UK: Eden offers training events to create an empowered culture of care.
Advanced Diploma: Adult Social Care Nursing: A free social care nursing programme, which has been approved by the University of Bolton and supported by NHS England.
Devon Integrated Social Care Alliance: DISCA is a Community Interest Company that provides peer-to-peer support, facilitates best practice sharing and offers training opportunities to managers and owners in social care.
Shared Lives South West: As an award-winning charity, with over 20 years of experience, Shared Lives South West connects adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health problems and dementia to trained Shared Lives Carers.
"It was a great day, very professionally executed and was a lovely reminder of the passion we all still have for the job we do"
Karen Tills, Provider of Dene Court Care Home
"It was a pleasure to exhibit at the conference…It was a good opportunity to promote the Hive and it was good to network with end users, plus other training providers"
Andrew Kerslake, Digital Education Lead at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
"Great conference for stall holders"
Gemma January, Shared Lives South West
We would also like to acknowledge Max Berry Productions for creating such excellent video and image content from the day
Updating page...