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Ashley Johnson

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What It's Really Like Helping Adults With Complex Needs

Ever wondered what it's like for health and social care staff working with adults who have really complex needs? Turns out, it’s a daily juggling act—think mental health issues, addiction, homelessness, and more, all at once. Staff say the biggest headaches are clunky rules, confusing handovers, and endless meetings. But when teams actually talk and trust each other, things get better for everyone. Still, it’s tough to keep people involved in their own care when life is just that overwhelming. Wild, right? #HealthcareHeroes #SocialCare #ComplexNeeds #MentalHealth #IntegratedCare #Health

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Ashley Johnson

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Care Homes in Crisis Over Visa Crackdown

Care homes are seriously struggling after new visa rules slashed overseas worker applications by 80%. The government’s move to stop care workers from bringing family has left more than 100,000 vacancies, and some homes could shut down. Experts warn this could pile even more pressure on the NHS, as care homes rely on international staff to keep running. With stricter pay rules coming, the staffing crisis might get even worse. Anyone else worried about who’s going to look after our loved ones? #CareCrisis #NHS #SocialCare #Immigration #UKNews #Health

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Beth Burton

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Social Care Crisis: The Real Cost of Doing Nothing

MPs are sounding the alarm: if the government doesn’t crunch the real numbers on social care, any new reforms are basically set up to flop. The Casey Commission is trying to overhaul the system, but without a solid financial plan, it’s just talk. Right now, millions aren’t getting the care they need, unpaid carers are burning out, and local councils are stretched to the max. Waiting until 2036 for real change? That’s way too late for so many people who need help now. #SocialCare #ReformNow #CareCrisis #UKPolitics #UnpaidCarers #Health

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