On the 16th of May 2024, frontline care workers from across England, Wales, and Scotland gathered at Reuben College, University of Oxford, to discuss the responsible use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in adult social care. This landmark roundtable event, co-hosted by the Care Workers’ Charity, The Institute for Ethics in AI at the University …
The Care Workers’ Charity is thrilled to announce that applications for our Care Worker Advisory Board and Care Worker Champions Project are now open until 15 October 2024. Supported by The Rayne Foundation as part of the Better Careers for Better Care programme, this groundbreaking initiative is dedicated to empowering frontline care workers across the …
Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers’ Charity, has responded to Lord Darzi’s Independent Investigation into the NHS in England. “As the report acknowledges, it is impossible to address the challenges facing the NHS without recognising its deep interconnectedness with social care. I was not surprised to see that 13% of NHS beds are occupied …
As the UK care sector continues to rely on a diverse and international workforce, the challenges faced by international recruits have come into sharper focus. With over 70,000 care workers recruited internationally between 2022 and 2023, it is crucial to address the unique issues this group encounters. During Professional Care Workers Week 2024, a dedicated …
Karolina Gerlich CEO says “The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) is excited to announce the launch of the Care Workers Advisory Board and the Care Worker Champions Project, an innovative initiative designed to empower frontline care workers and drive meaningful change in the social care sector. Supported by The Rayne Foundation, this project seeks to amplify …
The Care Workers’ Charity, in collaboration with the Institute for Ethics in AI at the University of Oxford and Digital Care Hub, is proud to announce the launch of the Careworkers’ Guidance and Statement of Expectations on the Responsible Use of AI in Adult Social Care. This critical document, informed by frontline care workers from …
The Care Workers’ Charity is proud to announce the seventh annual Professional Care Workers Week, a week-long celebration dedicated to recognising the outstanding contributions of care workers across the UK. Taking place from 16th – 20th September 2024, this event highlights the essential role care workers play in our communities and honours their commitment to …
In a powerful show of solidarity, some of the most prominent organisations in the care sector, and other sectors, are coming together to participate in The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) Annual Trek on 20th September 2024. The National Care Forum, Digital Care Hub, Elevation, Birdie, and Impact are joining forces to take on the Yorkshire …
Borough Care have renewed their Supporter Membership of The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) and are helping to raise awareness of the support offered by the charity. The support given will widen the reach of CWC and will ensure more care workers in need can receive support. Dr Mark Ward, CEO at Borough Care says: “At …
Majesticare have renewed their Supporter Membership of The Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) and are helping to raise awareness of the support offered by the charity. The support given will widen the reach of CWC and will ensure more care workers in need can receive support. Caren Burton, Head of People at Majesticare says: “We are …