Position statement: Applying to register an existing care service (Care homes for adults and daycare of children)
We have published this new position statement on applying to register a care service (care homes for adults and daycare of children).
It explains the registration process and why care providers must be registered with us. It highlights what to do when registering existing care service premises, including links to good practice guidance, and provides answers to frequently asked questions to support applicants.
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Inspection of adult social work and social care services in the city of Edinburgh
An inspection of adult social work and social care services in the City of Edinburgh has found structural weaknesses in the planning and delivery of services in the health, social work and social care system. This has resulted in too many people and carers not receiving services at the right time or place.
The inspection reports on a number of key areas:
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Scotland’s citiZENs of the future say ‘Namaste’ to new resource on physical activity
Kids at Step by Step nursery in Cumbernauld showed off their yoga moves at the official launch of ‘My Active World,’ as they celebrated active play with the Care Inspectorate.
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Inspection of adult social work and social care services in the city of Edinburgh
An inspection of adult social work and social care services in the City of Edinburgh has found structural weaknesses in the planning and delivery of services in the health, social work and social care system. This has resulted in too many people and carers not receiving services at the right time or place.
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Health Improvement Scotland are currently updating their Pressure Ulcer change package and measurement plan which was developed as part of the improvement programme from 2017, Reducing Pressure Ulcer in Care Homes.
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