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Government unveils plan to prevent risks to telecare users from digital switchover

Community Care

The government has launched an action plan to safeguard telecare users from the switching off of the UK’s analogue phone network. Its replacement by a fully digital network will mean that existing services connected to the copper-based system, including many telecare devices, will need to be switched over by January 2027.

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Welsh Government consulting on eliminating profit-making provision for children in care

Community Care

The Welsh Government has opened a consultation on plans to eliminate profit-making residential and fostering provision for children in care. Related reading. Dysfunctional’ care market needs overhaul to tackle high prices and scarce placements, says watchdog. Some firms ‘profiteering’ from children’s homes, says minister.

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AI tool improves direct work in adult social care despite accuracy issues, practitioners report

Community Care

Adult social care professionals have reported that using an artificial intelligence (AI) tool saved them time and improved direct work, despite some concerns over accuracy. Using AI to speed up admin tasks will give care workers more time to spend with people they support, which is key to good quality social care, she added.

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Logan Mwangi review sparks government action on safeguarding but no children’s care inquiry

Community Care

Wales remains the only UK nation not to have commissioned a review of its children’s social care services, after the Welsh Government resisted calls to do so following the inquiry into Logan Mwangi’s murder. Instead, they would be provided with care and support.

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Government to review case for powers of entry for social workers in adult safeguarding cases

Community Care

The government is reviewing the case for giving social workers in England powers of entry in adult safeguarding cases. However, the review said that social workers “often referenced” their lack of a power of entry as a barrier to effectively protecting adults experiencing abuse at home from carers. ”

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Sunggeun (Ethan) Park’s Research Published in the Stanford Social Innovation Review

Michigan Social Work

Park and his co-author’s research shows that when local social service organizations take the lead in making policy decisions, the rates of homelessness decrease.

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Call for Submissions: 101 Things to Do with a Social Work Degree

Teaching & Learning in Social Work

Ideal Contributors: We are looking for social workers who: Hold a social work degree (BSW or MSW) and have several years of real-world experience. Represent various specializations within social work, coming from diverse demographics, geographical areas, and work settings. 200 words) Writing Tips: Avoid social work jargon.