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How care plans differ in Emotional Behavioural Difficulties EBD versus therapeutic homes

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Care plans in Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) homes and therapeutic residential homes both aim to meet individual needs, but they differ in structure, focus and underlying approach. The key distinction lies in how they address behaviour versus trauma and emotional healing. This article addresses how care plans differ in Emotional Behavioural Difficulties EBD versus therapeutic homes. Core difference EBD home care plans prioritise behavioural management, stabilisation and social functioning, while therapeutic home care plans emphasise […]

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CQC’s New Rating System: Digital Maturity and Your Care Service

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What’s Changed: The New Scoring Approach CQC combines scores for individual quality statements and aggregates them into overall ratings with some evidence categories weighed more if issues are detected. Why Digital Maturity Matters Care homes, domiciliary care services, supported living services and providers using advanced digital platforms are consistently seen as more compliant, efficient and capable of achieving higher ratings. Risks of Falling Behind What Should Providers Do? In summary: CQC’s New Rating System: Digital

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Recent Changes to Home Office Sponsorship Licences from 22 July 2025

Recent Changes to Home Office Sponsorship Licences from 22 July 2025

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Key Changes Effective 22 July 2025 1. Increased Skill Threshold 2. End of Overseas Recruitment for Care Workers 3. Salary Thresholds Increased 4. Stricter Requirements for Dependents Skilled Workers sponsored for jobs below RQF Level 6 generally cannot bring dependents, except where transitional provisions or specific Immigration Rules apply 5. Documentary and Eligibility Requirements for Care Sector Sponsors Submit working locations, details of the regulated activity, and your CQC registration number with applications and all

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CQC regulation 9- Person Centred Care and how organisations can comply with it

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CQC Regulation 9 : Person-centred care is a fundamental requirement under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014. It is one of the Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) assessed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) during inspections. The regulation mandates that service users must receive care or treatment, which is: Appropriate Meets their needs Reflects their preferences Below is a detailed explanation of Regulation 9 and guidance on how organisations can

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How to ensure Medication Management and Administration is safe and compliant with CQC’s Regulations and aligns with the new Quality Statements.

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1.Understanding the CQC Quality Statements (Medicines Optimisation) The new CQC Quality Statements emphasize: Person-Centred Care: Ensuring each person is involved in decisions about their medication. Safety and Effectiveness: Administering medications correctly, securely, and in accordance with legal requirements. Staff Competency: Staff must be trained, competent, and assessed regularly. Management of Risks: Identifying and managing risks associated with medication handling. 2.Key Steps for Safe Medication Management and Administration a. Policies and Procedures Develop clear medication policies

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