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Join us at NCASC 2026! 🗓️ 11–13 November | ACC Liverpool Three days of insights from keynote speakers across central & local government on policy and services for adults, children & young people. Book your place: ncasc.info #ncasc26

ADASS President @jessmcparrott has responded to the Government’s announcement on local government reorganisation saying it must not come at the expense of people who rely on care and support. Read her full response here: adass.org.uk/local-governme…

What helps and hinders support for working-age adults (18–64) to live good lives in community. Keynote Samantha Clark and workshops Reminder to book your place for the webinar: orlo.uk/bhoad #LocalGov #LGA #ADASS #AdultSocialCare #WorkingAgeAdults #Inclusion #Housing

'Providing structured support for newly qualified social workers is both necessary and valuable in helping them build confidence and capability in practice,' said ADASS President @jessmcparrott ASYE for adults' social workers to continue communitycare.co.uk/content/news/a…

New Neighbourhood Health Framework webinar. Hear a senior DHSC speaker on what it means for local areas + Q&A Teams Live (not recorded) Book: orlo.uk/JMVqE #LGA #ADASS #LocalGov #NeighbourhoodHealth #Integration #HealthCare #NHS #ICBs #PublicHealth #AdultSocialCare

‘Supported housing must move from the periphery to centre stage to deliver better outcomes for people.’ Neil Revely discusses why supported housing must be at the centre of policy, planning and investment for adult social care. Read his full blog: adass.org.uk/supported-hous…

For World Social Work Day, we’d like to thank social workers for the important role they play in improving the lives of people who draw on care and support. Our PSW member network represents the voice of social workers in shaping policy and best practice in ASC. #WSWD2026

NEW Blog from the adults with disabilities team @bradfordmdc. They share insights on their Promote the Vote campaign which supports adults with learning disabilities to understand their right to vote in local or national elections. Read the full blog: adass.org.uk/upholding-huma…

Every child deserves to focus on their education. For many young carers, that's not their reality - many have to miss school to care for a loved one. This #YoungCarersActionDay, we're calling for a Young Carers Lead in every school so young carers are supported in education. Find out more: carers.org/ycad

This #IWD2026, we’re sharing reflections from leaders across the sector on how mentorship, knowledge-sharing and inclusive leadership can help women progress and lead in adult social care.

Our President Jess McGregor responds to today's speech by Dame Louise Casey at the Nuffield Trust Summit. She says adult social care has been missing from the national debate for too long. Read more: adass.org.uk/adass-responds…

What helps and hinders support for working-age adults (18–64) to live good lives in community. Keynote Samantha Clark and workshops. Places are limited, book early: orlo.uk/gNTrD #LocalGov #LGA #ADASS #AdultSocialCare #WorkingAgeAdults #Inclusion #Housing

Storytelling is not a “nice extra” in adult social care, it's a strategic tool for culture change and better commissioning.’ @NWADASStheir storytelling work. Read the full blog. adass.org.uk/why-storytelli…

Join our next BCF Support Programme Learning Lunch to explore how carers’ involvement and stronger cross-system working can improve the journey from hospital to home. Register now: orlo.uk/Gdh9U #BCF#LocalGov #Discharge #AdultSocialCare #NHS #Integration #Carers

A NEW guest blog from @unitedresponse showcases its ‘Our Life Stories’ exhibition which has been co-produced by people with learning disabilities and autistic people to share their stories. Read the piece here: adass.org.uk/our-life-stori… #CareCantWait

Adult social care leaders and sector partners are invited to join this free webinar to learn more about the Assessment (IAMA) toolkit for seldom heard groups.

Please find below the full response from our CEO Sally Burlington to DHSC’s recent announcement regarding the above-inflation increase to allowances for working age people. adass.org.uk/adass-responds…

We're celebrating #NAW2026 and highlighting the positive impact OT apprentices play in adult social care. Their role contributes to building a skilled workforce for the future. We wish everyone embarking on an apprenticeship in adult social care every success. #CareCantWait

‘Adult social care has been under intense financial strain for as long as I can remember.’ @JamesBullion discusses local government’s leadership role in reforming ASC and @LGAcomms' new and conversation series – ‘Care where we live’. Read his blog: adass.org.uk/care-where-we-…